Innovative Elements Research Articles

Computational and Experimental Analysis of Surface Residual Stresses in Polymers via Micro-Milling.

This research conducts an in-depth investigation into the residual stresses in resin micro-milling processes. Considering that resin is the most crucial matrix material in composites, the construction of a precise machining theory for it is not only key to achieving high-quality- and efficient processing of composite materials but also fundamental to enhancing the overall performance of the materials. This paper meticulously examines the surface integrity and accuracy of epoxy polymers following precision machining, primarily revealing the significance of residual stresses and size effects in extending the lifespan of precision components and promoting their miniaturization. We have adopted an innovative finite element (FE) simulation method, integrated with the Mulliken-Boyce constitutive model, to profoundly analyze the impacts of residual stresses on the surfaces and sub-surfaces of thermosetting polymers. This research further explores the influence of critical machining parameters such as chip thickness, cutting edge radius, feed per tooth, and axial depth on cutting forces, as well as the inherent size effects in polymers. Utilizing X-ray diffraction (XRD) technology, we accurately measured the residual stresses generated during the micro-milling process. The close correlation between FE simulations and experimental results validates the accuracy and effectiveness of our method. This study represents a substantial breakthrough in finite element simulation techniques for high-precision machining of polymer materials, injecting valuable theoretical and practical knowledge into the field.

Assessing the effect of housing attributes and green certification on Malaysian house price

Purpose Sustainability represents innovative elements in determining the profitability of real estate investments, among other factors, including the green component in real estate. Evidence from the literature has pointed out that incorporating green features into residential buildings can reduce operational costs and increase the building’s value. Although green real estate is considered the future trend of choice, it is still being determined whether prospective buyers are willing to accept the extra cost of green residential investment. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the effect of housing attributes and green certification on residential real estate prices. Design/methodology/approach The impact of the housing attribute and green certification in the residential sectors was assessed using a transaction data set comprising approximately 861 residential units sold in Selangor, Malaysia, between 2014 and 2022. Linear and quantile regression were used in this study by using SPSS software for a robust result. Findings The findings indicate that the market price of residential properties in Malaysia is influenced by housing attributes, transaction types and Green Building Index certification. The empirical evidence from this study suggests that green certification significantly affects the sales price of residential properties in Malaysia. The findings of this research will help investors identify measurable factors that affect the transaction prices of green-certified residential real estate. These identifications will facilitate the development of strategic plans aimed at achieving sustainable rates of return in the sustainable residential real estate market. Practical implications Specifically, this research will contribute to achieving area 4 of the 11th Malaysia Plan, which pertains to pursuing green growth for sustainability and resilience. This will be achieved by enhancing awareness among investors and homebuyers regarding the importance of green residential buildings in contributing to the environment, the economy and society. Originality/value The regression model for housing attributes and green certification on house price developed in this study could offer valuable benefits to support and advance Malaysia in realising its medium and long-term goals for green technology.

Physical culture as an element formation of leadership and management competences in institutions of higher education

The article highlights the peculiarities of the formation of managerial and leadership qualities in physical education classes in institutions of higher education. It has been established that the quality of acquiring organizational and managerial competences depends on the synergy of anthropological, natural, social and technological resources of the educational cluster. Modern methods in the segment of physical education transform the components of management experience: on the one hand - completing efforts to unify the management paradigm; on the other hand, it significantly increases the quantitative indicators of individual features of managerial activity. Therefore, the modern management model is characterized by flexibility and dynamism, which leads to a change in the principles of training students in the process of physical education. The management paradigm in the global world is focused on the inclusion of innovative elements that accompany the physical training of a higher education student and gain weight in the socio-cultural life of society.

Knowledge-based Dual External Attention Network for peptide detectability prediction

Accurate prediction of peptide detectability plays a crucial role in various proteomics data analyses such as peptide identification and protein quantification. To improve the precision of peptide detectability prediction, we propose a novel approach called the Knowledge-based Dual External Attention Network (KDEAN). KDEAN introduces several innovative elements to enhance its representation and prediction capabilities. Firstly, it extracts valuable knowledge-based features from peptide sequences to facilitate the pattern recognition process. Secondly, KDEAN adopted dual networks to separately train peptide sequences from both the forward and backward directions, capturing comprehensive information. Thirdly, an external attention mechanism is utilized to identify and understand the connections between different peptide samples. The structure of KDEAN enables long-term dependency learning from both directions of the peptide sequences. Extensive evaluations on four testing datasets demonstrate that KDEAN outperforms existing methods, achieving a higher average performance in peptide detectability prediction. Additionally, comprehensive ablation studies confirm the effectiveness and advantages of key components in KDEAN, including knowledge-based feature representation, dual network architecture, and external attention.

Size-induced high electrocaloric response of dense ferroelectric nanocomposites

Analytical results obtained within Landau-Ginzburg-Devonshire approach and effective media models, predict that the synergy of Vegard stresses and size effects can significantly enhance the electrocaloric cooling (up to 7 times) of the BaTiO3 nanoparticles in comparison with a bulk BaTiO3. To compare with the considered effective media models, we measured the capacitance-voltage and current-voltage characteristics of the dense nanocomposites consisting of (28–35) vol% BaTiO3 nanoparticles incorporated in organic polymers and determined experimentally the effective dielectric permittivity and losses of the composites. Generalizing obtained analytical results, various ferroelectric nanoparticles spontaneously stressed by elastic defects, such as oxygen vacancies or any other elastic dipoles, which create a strong chemical pressure, can cause the giant electrocaloric response of dense ferroelectric nanocomposites. We have shown that the advantages of the studied lead-free dense nanocomposites are the good tunability of electrocaloric cooling temperature due to the strain and size effects in ferroelectric nanoparticles and the easy control of the high electrocaloric cooling by electric fields. This makes the dense ferroelectric nanocomposites promising for cooling of conventional and innovative electronic elements, such as FETs with high-temperature superconductor channels.

Innovative Elements and Principles of Sofa Upholstery Fabrication through Recycled Fabric Exploration

The demand for sustainable and eco-friendly design practices has been increasing in recent years, and the furniture industry is no exception. Upholstery sofas are popular furniture made with synthetic or natural fabrics, which can have a significant environmental impact. As a result, there is a need for innovative and sustainable solutions for the production of upholstery sofas. This thesis explores using recycled fabrics as an alternative material for upholstery sofa fabrication. This research aims to identify innovative design elements and principles for using recycled fabrics in upholstery sofa manufacturing, as well as evaluate their practicality and feasibility.

Course Construction of Local Universities in the Era of "Internet + Education": A Case Study of Biopharmaceutical Process

Sichuan University of Science & Engineering (SUSE) is one of the first universities in China to set up biopharmaceutical major, and is also a university in western China. "Internet + education" is an educational development form with the internet as the infrastructure and innovation elements, and is the new normal of education with the deep integration of educational innovation and technological progress. The content and form of traditional offline course education in local universities face the challenge and opportunity of "Internet + education". With "Internet + education" as the background, Sichuan University of Science & Engineering has carried out a series of innovations in course content and teaching mode around professional certification of biopharmaceutical major, made full use of information technology, and flexibly integrated ideological and political elements and network materials into the teaching content. Sichuan University of Science & Engineering has explored a teaching model that breaks through the limitations of time and space, which is efficient and convenient, also has various forms, combining "online + offline". Finally, the paper puts forward the optimization path of professional curriculum education in local universities from the perspective of "Internet + education", hoping to provide references for the reform and innovation of curriculum education in local universities.

Pro-Social Solutions in Residential Environments Created as a Result of Participatory Design

The pro-social dimension of contemporary housing is one of the main postulates of sustainability. The work aims to draw attention to the residential environment created as a result of participatory design and to examine how and to what extent it supports the creation of social contacts and the identification of inhabitants with their place of residence. The study included three housing projects prepared by the communities: B.R.O.T Aspern, Seestern Aspern, and LiSA. They are part of one urban block located in Aspern, part of the 22nd district of Vienna—Donaudstadt. The case studies were analysed using the same ten evaluation criteria. They were established based on previously developed theories of sociologists, psychologists and architects on the features of architecture and spaces supporting the formation of neighbourly contacts and the identification of users with their place of residence. The research showed that although the same evaluation criteria were used, each design group found an individual way to meet them in their project such as innovative design elements, unique community spaces, or user-driven features. This is proof that not only the place where architecture is created, has its conditions, and the planners and architects creating the project give it an individual, pro-social character, but also the users who create it. However, it is important to create an appropriate organizational, legal architectural and urban framework for the participation process to be successful.

Innovation and Tradition - Respect for Tradition in the Architecture of the Past

This work shows some examples of architecture that have been able to combine the cultural and technological traditions of the places in which they are located with elements of innovation. The theme of respect for tradition in the great architecture of the past is discussed in the first part of the chapter. Three examples of great Italian architecture were chosen in which elements of innovation are inserted into projects in which the architect has chosen to respect the pre-existing structures. Subsequently, the use of materials and construction techniques belonging to the local tradition is discussed innovatively and continuously over time. Finally, some examples of contemporary architecture are displayed in which the designers have decided to respect traditions to make the works they propose better communicate with the environment, territory and society. Respecting traditional materials also turns out to be a method for creating eco-sustainable architecture.

A Comparative Study of Zhang Yimou and Chen Kaige Main Melody Films

This paper delves into the contemporary landscape of Chinese "main melody" cinema, shedding light on its developmental trajectory and distinctive attributes. It particularly hones in on the creative contributions of two prominent directors in this genre: Zhang Yimou and Chen Kaige. Through an exploration of their works, this paper aims to provide readers with a comprehensive grasp of their filmmaking styles and thematic innovations. Zhang Yimou, a celebrated filmmaker, is introduced with a focus on his melodramatic masterpiece, "Impasse." This paper goes on to scrutinize the thematic content of this film, offering readers an insight into its narrative depth and emotional resonance. In parallel, director Chen Kaige is introduced, with a detailed analysis of his "main melody" opus, "The Battle at Lake Changjin," revealing its narrative structure and character portrayals, thereby facilitating a comprehensive understanding of the film. Furthermore, this paper delves into the innovative elements, character development, and cinematographic techniques employed by Zhang Yimou in "Impasse," while also dissecting the narrative structure and characterizations found in Chen Kaige's "The Battle at Lake Changjin." In conclusion, the paper conducts a comparative analysis of Zhang Yimou and Chen Kaige's distinct approaches to crafting "main melody" films, illuminating the unique characteristics that distinguish these two accomplished directors in the realm of Chinese cinema.

Optimization of Urban Science and Technology Innovation Performance Assessment Model - Based on VAR Methodology Perspective

Abstract Conventional science and technology performance assessment methods and indicators can no longer meet the current needs of urban science and technology innovation performance assessment, and innovative research is urgently needed. In this study, the four elements of innovation input, innovation process, innovation output, and innovation guarantee are taken as the first-level indicators of the urban science and technology innovation performance assessment index system. The G1 entropy value correction method is used to assign weights to the urban science and technology innovation performance assessment index system to reduce subjective arbitrariness. Finally, the specific situation of innovation elements and innovation performance in S city was selected, and the influence relationship between innovation elements and innovation performance assessment was analyzed using a vector autoregressive model. The results show that the method of assessing the city’s science and technology innovation performance based on the VAR model is simple and easy to operate, the confidence coefficient of the assessment model is more than 0.7, and the mean value of the validity CVR is 0.703. The assessment results have a high degree of credibility and validity and effectively promote the region’s scientific and technological self-reliance and self-improvement.

СТРАТЕГІЧНЕ УПРАВЛІННЯ ІННОВАЦІЙНІСТЮ БІЗНЕС-ПРОЦЕСІВ ПІДПРИЄМСТВА

The article examines and summarizes the concepts and basics of enterprise business process management. The effective functioning of the enterprise depends on the implementation of a complex of business processes, their integrity and consistency in business processes. The details of their strategic management are taken into account. The purpose of the article is to research and establish the peculiarities of the formation and implementation of strategic management of business processes in the conditions of the development of the innovative orientation of enterprises. The stages of business process development are considered in detail. Enterprise strategy depends on strategic innovation management, which is the key to achieving competitive advantage in a complex and competitive market. There are questions about the need to develop a strategic model for managing innovative development, which will contribute to stimulating economic activity, increasing competitiveness, and motivating the introduction of innovations into business processes. In the modern business environment, the technology of production activities determines the business processes that make up an innovative enterprise, which is the result of the combination and optimization of various business processes. Innovative elements are crucial to creating and maintaining a financially stable business policy. For the effective management of business processes in the organization, it is extremely important to create a management system that allows evaluating strategic goals and determining the effectiveness of all business processes in achieving these goals. A management tool is to create and use metrics that measure how well business processes are performing, covering all aspects of operations. Innovation is related to the concept of sustainable development, and it is appropriate for companies to constantly monitor and respond to changes and ensure an acceptable level of risk, so that companies can combine their existing resources and capabilities to use them as efficiently as possible. By improving business processes, companies can gain a competitive advantage and fully utilize their resources. Therefore, the issue of its strategic management is gaining more and more importance.

Virtual-tutoring-supported teaching for Geometrical Product Specification

The digitalisation of education has developed in many areas in recent years with applications like web-based training and virtual seminars. In technical teaching areas, however, they are often only available as stand-alone solutions. Due to the possibilities brought about by the rapidly progressing development of artificial intelligence, the potential for digital teaching must be recognised and used. It is necessary to establish demand-oriented, intelligent control loops that support communication, knowledge transfer and learning level control. This will enable future generations to learn individually and thus increase the efficiency and sustainability of the teaching-learning process. As part of a current research project, a multimedia study format for the field of production measurement technology is being designed at Chemnitz University of Technology. A virtual tutor is an innovative element that guides, reminds, supports, informs, collects points and motivates learners individually with gamification elements.This paper presents the requirements, implementation possibilities and transferability of the current research of virtual-tutor-supported teaching to Geometrical Product Specification. It shows how knowledge elements of the ISO GPS system are linked with new digital teaching-learning methods that promote interaction between the participants and especially the transfer into applicable knowledge. In addition, examples of gamification elements are presented.

TECNOLOGIA E INOVAÇÃO NA FORMAÇÃO PROFISSIONAL: UMA ANÁLISE CRÍTICA

ABSTRACT This study aims to analyze the psychosocial effects gained by technology and innovation areas nowadays, as well as their impacts on professional education. To this end, this research includes a brief historical overview in which we present how elements of technological innovation produce local and historical effects that guide contemporary urban life. The empirical section presents a descriptive qualitative study that includes statements from five engineering professors who work at a public university located in the interior of the state of Paraná, Brazil. The results indicate that engineering is connected to prescriptions focused on work performance and the endorsement of technology use in daily life. Thus, it remains distant from a critical analysis of the psychosocial effects brought about by technological innovations, particularly concerning job placement. As a partial conclusion, we highlight that practices related to technology and innovation meet the demands of different types of populations, companies, and governments, reinforcing their relevance for social organization. At the same time, it is evident that the area lacks a critical analysis regarding its actions in the sphere of social inclusion and exclusion.

Strategic Leadership in the Nigerian Telecommunication Industry: Case Study Analysis

This article explores the dynamics of strategic leadership within the Nigerian telecommunications industry. As one of the fastest-growing sectors in Nigeria, telecommunications plays a pivotal role in the country’s economic development. Strategic leadership is not just a management buzzword, but a necessity for telecommunication companies to navigate the complex and competitive landscape of the industry. This study examines the critical elements of strategic leadership, including vision, innovation, and organizational culture, and their impact on the performance and success of telecommunication firms in Nigeria using case studies. Findings from the research questions that were answered by the case studies indicate that the telecom industry exhibited key characteristics of vision and innovation and its leaders at the inception had a clear vision of the future of telecommunications. The leaders perceive the role of strategic leadership as crucial in achieving organizational goals by aligning resources and actions with strategic goals to make them competitive. Findings further revealed that the regulatory environment governed by the Nigerian Communication Commission plays a crucial role in shaping the strategic decisions of telecommunication companies and the heavily regulated environment created challenges for leaders trying to implement strategic initiatives. Policy recommendations include enhancing the regulatory framework to promote fair competition, innovation, investment, and robust infrastructure. Encourage research and development in telecom technologies to drive innovation and competitiveness and collaborate with government, industry players, and other stakeholders to address common challenges to drive industry growth.

Workshop Synthesis: Recent advances and new challenges in Stated Preference surveying methods

This paper summarizes the findings from the workshop Recent advances and new challenges in Stated Preference surveying methods. In this workshop we intended to analyze the most recent advances made in the field of survey methods, as well as to identify elements that could pose important challenges in their development. We relied on the presentation of works that raise elements of innovation. We aimed at offering a vision of procedures different from those commonly used in this field, to open a discussion on their appropriateness. The fundamental underlying question was whether these new approaches help us to better answer our research questions. This paper provides an overview of the current state of research on the topics that were selected for discussion, as well as of the opinions of participants on them. Our intention is to depict the challenges that were identified so that this field can move forward.

The Influence of Maternity Wear Brand Image Innovation Elements on Consumer Behavior: A Grounded Theory Study

This grounded theory study investigates the influence of maternity wear brand image innovation elements on consumer behavior, addressing two main research questions: (1) How to innovate the brand image of maternity wear? and (2) What is the relationship between brand image innovation and consumer behavior in maternity wear? Maternity wear brands play a critical role in meeting the diverse needs of expectant mothers, yet in China, they often lack distinct brand identities and fail to cater to the varied preferences of pregnant women. Through a comprehensive research design, including literature review, grounded theory analysis, and empirical testing via questionnaire surveys, this study identifies six dimensions of brand image innovation in maternity wear: Product, Identity, Corporate, Marketing, Service, and Store image innovation, along with 21 specific indicators such as style and fabric innovation. The findings reveal a significant impact of each dimension of brand image innovation on consumer behavior. Theoretical and managerial implications highlight the study’s contribution in filling a research gap, providing a new framework for brand image research in maternity wear, and offering targeted recommendations for brand innovation efforts. This research expands understanding of the intricate relationship between consumer behavior and brand image, providing theoretical guidance for maternity wear companies to enhance brand appeal, meet diverse consumer needs, and ultimately improve sales and loyalty.

The Impact of Digital Transformation on Manufacturing Enterprises Innovation


 
 
 
 With the rapid development of big data, artificial intelligence and other information technologies, the world economy is entering a new economic era driven by digital technology. Under the background of China Manufacturing 2025, the new generation of digital technology has had a fundamental impact on the reform of China's manufacturing productivity. It also provides a strong driving force for China's manufacturing industry to achieve high-quality development. At present, how to give full play to the driving role of digital innovation elements and achieve performance improvement has become a key concern of the country and enterprises. Based on the data of A-share listed manufacturing enterprises from 2007 to 2021, this paper uses multiple perspectives to measure the digital transformation of enterprises, uses the fixed effect model to verify the promotion effect of digital transformation on innovation, and further uses the multi-period DID model to verify the impact of digital transformation on the innovation performance of manufacturing enterprises through the parallel trend test. Through the empirical test, it is found that digital transformation can significantly promote the improvement of enterprise innovation performance. The research conclusions not only further enrich the relevant research on enterprise innovation under the background of digital transformation, but also provide a theoretical basis for the formulation and implementation of enterprise digital transformation strategy, have certain policy implications, and have certain reference value for manufacturing enterprises to better carry out digital transformation practice.
 
 
 

Character in Young Adult fiction: The example of Lyra in Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials (1995-2000) and The Book of Dust (2017- )

Few studies have examined the question of characters and the specific ways in which they are treated in children's literature. Yet the construction of the character is all the more important in novels for children and teenagers as a large proportion of these books focus on Bildung and personal development through the exploration of the transition from childhood to maturity.I examine the treatment of character in these books through the case study of young Lyra, Philip Pullman’s new Eve in His Dark Materials fantasy trilogy (1995-2000). On the one hand, the treatment of the character of Lyra belongs to a rather conventional novelistic tradition in several respects. But on the other hand, it also benefits from more innovative elements related with the possibilities offered by fantasy, a genre which is still at the height of popularity with young adults. Daemons, for instance, are animal creatures in Lyra’s familiar yet different world who are closely connected to their human counterparts and disclose their owners’ innermost nature while playing the protective part of totemic animals. This metaphor is one of the devices in the trilogy, along with the alethiometer—a compass-like symbol-reader—, through which the character of Lyra is revealed to the reader.The fact that Pullman’s work belongs to the genre of young adult fiction is also essential. This literature targeting a liminal age group whose boundaries are increasingly blurred, fragments its young characters’ evolution ad infinitum by following them step by step towards adulthood as a way to better dissect the mutations and metamorphoses of adolescence. Even if His Dark Materials identified puberty as a turning-point in the young protagonists’ process of growing up and construction of identity, it is significant that Pullman, who had already added a small companion book—entitled Lyra’s Oxford—to the trilogy’s literary universe, is still trying to explore the multiple dimensions of Lyra’s constantly shifting character: while book 1 of The Book of Dust, Pullman’s new trilogy, La Belle Sauvage (2017), is a prequel to His Dark Materials, which focuses on Lyra as a baby—before the action in Northern Lights takes place—, book 2, The Secret Commonwealth (2019), takes a closer look at Lyra once she has become a young woman, after her meeting with Will in His Dark Materials.

Design and Development of an Automated Product Categorization Software: AI-Driven Solutions for E-Commerce Platforms

This article outlines the design and development process of an automatic product categorization software intended for use in e-commerce and online marketplace platforms. The project aims to tackle the urgent issue of effectively classifying a wide range of products within digital markets. By utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning methodologies, the software effectively analyzes product descriptions, enabling users to seamlessly incorporate products through automated categorization. The significance of the project is rooted in its ability to guarantee the accuracy and consistency of category hierarchies, automate the process of categorizing, and improve the overall user experience. The main goals involve the process of project planning, data collecting, and preparation. Machine learning models have been built and subsequently incorporated to facilitate the study of product descriptions. Through strict evaluation and optimization processes, a high level of accuracy and efficiency is achieved, resulting in several anticipated benefits. These benefits cover automated product categorization, enhanced user experience, and the potential for online platforms to gain a competitive edge. The key elements of innovation involve AI-driven textual analysis, learning methodologies grounded in data, and the ability to adapt to diverse industry contexts. Precautions and backup strategies are implemented to tackle technical issues, including the selection of machine learning libraries and algorithms, ensuring data quality, and integrating with various platforms. The success criteria encompass the objective of achieving a minimum prediction accuracy rate of 90%, optimizing business efficiency, enhancing user pleasure, and ensuring smooth system functioning. This project is a significant contribution to the field of product categorization inside the digital marketplace, as it provides automation, accuracy, and efficiency, ultimately resulting in an enhanced user experience.