Assessment of PSA Level 2 for core catcher design using a combined probabilistic and deterministic method for a case study: IR-360 NPP

2021 ◽  
Vol 163 ◽  
pp. 108534
Author(s):  
Hasti Nasiri ◽  
Gholamreza Jahanfarnia ◽  
F. Yousefpour ◽  
A. Pazirandeh ◽  
K. Karimi
Keyword(s):  
Deterministic Method ◽  
Core Catcher ◽  
Level 2

scholarly journals Exploring Personal Reading Histories in Developing Reading Interest of English Study Program Learners of University of Riau

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 205
Author(s):  
Syofia Delfi ◽  
Fangiana Safitri Diah ◽  
Jismulatif Jismulatif
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Training ◽  
Cultural Theory ◽  
Extensive Reading ◽  
Study Program ◽  
Training And Education ◽  
Reading Materials ◽  
Reading Activities ◽  
Reading Interest ◽  
Level 2

As one of activities in Extensive Reading classroom, Exploring Personal Reading Histories provides learners in exploring their reading experiences.   This study aimed to explore:  (1) What are the reading experiences of English study program learners of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education University of Riau based in Exploring Personal Reading Histories?” (2) How are the reading experiences of English study program learners of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education University of Riau based on Exploring Personal Reading Histories developing reading interest?”It was a case study and the data were collected through the document of learners ‘reading histories.  The result of this study found that:  (1) the reading experiences of English study program learners of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education University of Riau based on Exploring Personal Reading Histories is individual contexts and processes in becoming competent for each level. (2) The reading experiences of English study program learners of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education University of Riau based on Exploring Personal Reading Histories developing reading interest are through reading experiences developing processes (parent’s and teachers’ role, learners’ positive attitude, reading materials for each level, reading activities, building critical thinking). This study suggests implementing Exploring Personal Reading Histories in Extensive Reading course. It is also recommended conducting deep study on Exploring Personal Reading Histories in developing reading interest by using socio-cultural theory and interviews as additional theory and interview.

scholarly journals FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI KEPUTUSAN PETANI DALAM MELAKUKAN ALIH FUNGSI LAHAN SAWAH MENJADI KEBUN KELAPA SAWIT DI KECAMATAN TANJUNG LAGO KABUPATEN BANYUASIN

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Gusti Fitriyana
Keyword(s):  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Land Reclamation ◽  
Control Strategies ◽  
Production Costs ◽  
Land Conversion ◽  
Case Study Method ◽  
Farmer Groups ◽  
Conversion Rules ◽  
Level 2

ABSTRACTThis study aims to: (1) find out what factors influence farmers' decisions in transferring land functions, and (2) formulate control strategies for land conversion. The method used in this study is a case study method, which is the sample unit is farmers who are still planting paddy fields and farmers who have converted land into oil palm plantations. Data analysis method to answer the first problem using logistic regression analysis, while to answer the second problem using SWOT-Classic analysis. The conclusions of this study are (1) the factors that significantly influence the decision of farmers in transferring land functions are income, production costs and education level, (2) the formulation of strategies that can be recommended based on the results of the SWOT analysis conducted as follows: (a) determine the rice field area of food crops in each village in Tanjung Lago Subdistrict, accompanied by socialization of land conversion rules, (b) Make improvements to the tidal land reclamation network in Tanjung Lago sub-district and encourage farmer groups in network management tidal land reclamation.ABSTRAK Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk : (1) mengetahui factor apa saja yang berpengaruh terhadap keputusan petani dalam melakukan alih fungsi lahan, dan (2) merumuskan strategi pengendalian alih fungsi lahan. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode studi kasus, yang menjadi unit sampelnya adalah petani yang masih menanam padi sawah dan petani yang telah melakukan alih fungsi lahan menjadi kebun kelapa sawit. Metode analisis data untuk menjawab permasalahan pertama menggunakan analisis regresi logistic, sedangkan untuk menjawab permasalahan kedua menggunakan analisis SWOT-Klasik. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah (1) factor-faktor yang berpengaruh secara signifikan terhadap keputusan petani dalam melakukan alih fungsi lahan adalah pendapatan, biaya produksi dan tingkat pendidikan, (2) rumusan strategi yang bisa direkomendasikan berdasarkan hasil analisis SWOT yang dilakukan adalah sebagai berikut : (a) menetapkan zona lahan persawahan tanaman pangan di masing-masing desa di wilayah Kecamatan Tanjung Lago, disertai dengan  sosialisasi tentang aturan alih fungsi lahan, (b) Melakukan  perbaikan jaringan reklamasi rawa pasang surut di kecamatan Tanjung Lago serta mendorong kelompok tani  dalam pengelolaan jaringan reklamasi rawa pasang surut. 

scholarly journals Lidar signal simulation for the evaluation of aerosols in chemistry transport models

2012 ◽  
Vol 5 (6) ◽  
pp. 1543-1564 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Stromatas ◽  
S. Turquety ◽  
L. Menut ◽  
H. Chepfer ◽  
J. C. Péré ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Optical Properties ◽  
Vertical Structure ◽  
Simulation Software ◽  
Lidar Signal ◽  
Transport Models ◽  
Signal Simulation ◽  
Level 1 ◽  
Dust Events ◽  
Level 2

Abstract. We present an adaptable tool, the OPTSIM (OPTical properties SIMulation) software, for the simulation of optical properties and lidar attenuated backscattered profiles (β') from aerosol concentrations calculated by chemistry transport models (CTM). It was developed to model both Level 1 observations and Level 2 aerosol lidar retrievals in order to compare model results to measurements: the level 2 enables to estimate the main properties of aerosols plume structures, but may be limited due to specific assumptions. The level 1, originally developed for this tool, gives access to more information about aerosols properties (β') requiring, at the same time, less hypothesis on aerosols types. In addition to an evaluation of the aerosol loading and optical properties, active remote sensing allows the analysis of aerosols' vertical structures. An academic case study for two different species (black carbon and dust) is presented and shows the consistency of the simulator. Illustrations are then given through the analysis of dust events in the Mediterranean region during the summer 2007. These are based on simulations by the CHIMERE regional CTM and observations from the CALIOP space-based lidar, and highlight the potential of this approach to evaluate the concentration, size and vertical structure of the aerosol plumes.

scholarly journals Reliability analysis of built concrete dam

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 551-579
Author(s):  
K. O. PIRES ◽  
A. T. BECK ◽  
T. N. BITTENCOURT ◽  
M. M. FUTAI
Keyword(s):  
Structural Reliability ◽  
Failure Modes ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Concrete Gravity Dam ◽  
Gravity Dams ◽  
Deterministic Method ◽  
Concrete Dam ◽  
Case Study Analysis ◽  
Concrete Gravity Dams

Abstract The conventional design of concrete gravity dams still follows the deterministic method, which does not directly quantify the effect of uncertainties on the safety of the structure. The theory of structural reliability allows the quantification of safety of these structures, from the quantification of the inherent uncertainties in resistance and loading parameters. This article illustrates application of structural reliability theory to the case study analysis of a built concrete gravity dam. Results show that reliability of the built structure is greater than that of the designed structure. The study compares reliability for design conditions, with the corresponding safety coefficients, illustrating a lack of linearity between safety coefficients and reliability. Furthermore, the study shows which are the failure modes and the design parameters with greater influence on dam safety.

scholarly journals Complications of Syndesmotic Screw Removal

2011 ◽  
Vol 32 (11) ◽  
pp. 1040-1044 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tim Schepers ◽  
Esther M.M. Van Lieshout ◽  
Mark R. de Vries ◽  
Maarten Van der Elst
Keyword(s):  
Wound Infection ◽  
Preoperative Planning ◽  
Retrospective Case ◽  
Level Of Evidence ◽  
Syndesmotic Screw ◽  
Screw Breakage ◽  
Routine Removal ◽  
Retrospective Case Study ◽  
Level 2

Background: Currently, the metallic syndesmotic screw is the gold standard in the treatment of syndesmotic disruption. Whether or not this screw needs to be removed remains debatable. The aim of the current study was to determine the complications which occur following routine removal of the syndesmotic screw following operative treatment of unstable ankle fractures. Methods: This was a retrospective study with consecutive cases in a Level-2 Trauma center. All patients with routine removal of a syndesmotic screw, following the treatment of an unstable ankle fracture, between January 1, 2004 and November 30, 2010 were included. Complications recorded were: 1) minor or major wound infection following removal of the syndesmotic screw, 2) recurrent syndesmotic diastasis, and 3) unnecessary removal of a broken screw, not recognized during preoperative planning prior to surgery. Results: A total of 76 patients were included. A wound infection occurred in 9.2% (N=7) of which 2.6% (N=2) were deep infections requiring reoperation. Recurrent syndesmotic diastasis was found in 6.6% (N=5) of patients, and in 6.6% (N=5) screws were broken at the time of implant removal. In the group with recurrent diastasis the screws were removed significantly earlier compared with the group without recurrent diastasis (Mann- Whitney U-test; p= 0.011) and the group with screw breakage had their screws significantly longer in place compared with the group without breakage ( p = 0.038). Conclusion: A total of 22.4% complications occurred upon routine removal of the syndesmotic screw. Removal might therefore be considered only in selected cases with complaints, after a minimum of eight to twelve weeks and using antibiotic prophylaxis during removal. Level of Evidence: IV, Retrospective Case Study

scholarly journals AN INVESTIGATION TO THE LEVEL OF LEARNING IN SMALL AND MEDIUM SCALE ENTERPRISES/SMES USING BLOOM’S TAXONOMY OF INDIVIDUAL LEARNING

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 413
Author(s):  
Hafiz Rahman ◽  
Sri Oktavia ◽  
Anneke Justitia Bioty
Keyword(s):  
Capacity Building ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Bloom's Taxonomy ◽  
Individual Learning ◽  
Cognitive Domain ◽  
Medium Scale ◽  
Bloom’S Taxonomy ◽  
Level 1 ◽  
Level 2

<p>The study aims at investigate the level of individual learning in small and medium scale enterprises/SMEs as an important element in organizational knowledge, which will further determine the competitive advantage in SMEs. Using qualitative methodology, the study was empirically undertaken as a case study research with four SMEs in two major business sectors in Padang, West Sumatra - Indonesia. Owners-managers and employees were the informant of the study. Bloom’s taxonomy of individual learning was used as the cornerstone and thematic analysis to the result of in-depth interview was operated as the method of analysis. The study found that the level of learning in SMEs in the context of study is low. In affective and cognitive domains of individual learning, the study found that owners-manager and employees in SMEs in the context of study reached the level 1 (affective domain) and the level 2 (cognitive domain). This paper has value and originality in terms of the detailed empirical description of the level of learning in SMEs which is based on the interview with informants. Practically, results of this study can be used as an important academic consideration to assist the formulation of government interventions in the personal capacity building for SMEs.</p><p> </p><p><em>Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melakukan investigasi mengenai tingkat pembelajaran individu pada usaha kecil dan menengah/UKM sebagai elemen penting dalam pembentukan pengetahuan yang berkembang dalam organisasi, yang lebih lanjut akan menentukan daya saing UKM. Penelitian ini menggunakan metodologi kualitatif dan secara empiris dilakukan melalui pendekatan case study pada pemilik-pengelola dan karyawan UKM pada dua sektor usaha di Padang, Indonesia. Taksonomi Bloom yang merupakan konsep utama dalam proses pembelajaran individu digunakan sebagai teori dasar dalam penelitian ini. Analisis tematik terhadap hasil interview lebih lanjut digunakan sebagai metoda analisis. Penelitian ini menemukan fakta rendahnya tingkat pembelajaran dalam UKM. Pada domain afektif maupun kognitif, pemilik-pengelola dan karyawan UKM pada konteks penelitian menunjukkan level 1 pada domain afektif dan level 2 pada domain kognitif. Artikel ini dinilai memiliki nilai dan orisinalitas terkait dengan temuan empiris secara detil mengenai tingkat pembelajaran individual dalam UKM. Secara praktis, hasil penelitian ini dapat digunakan sebagai sebuah pertimbangan akademis penting untuk membantu proses penetapan formulasi intervensi pemerintah bagi program personal capacity building dalam UKM.</em></p>

scholarly journals Analysis of Student Problem-Solving Ability Topics 3D Reviewed from Geometry Thinking Level

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. 525-530
Author(s):  
Bagas Ardiyanto ◽  
Gunawan ◽  
Maryam Abdulloh ◽  
Safrilia Septiasari
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Data Collection Instrument ◽  
Level 3 ◽  
Master Level ◽  
Level 1 ◽  
Level 2 ◽  
Student Problem

Each student has different problem-solving skills on the 3D topic. The study aims to find out the student problem-solving skills in the 3D Topics reviewed from geometry thinking level. This type of research is qualitative research with a case study approach. The subject in this study is as many as 20 subjects consisting of high problem-solving capabilities, moderate problem-solving capabilities, and low problem-solving capabilities. The data collection Instrument on this research is a level test of geometry thinking. The results showed that students in the category of high problem-solving skills were able to master level 0, Level 1, Level 2, and level 3 despite not being perfect, students in the category of problem-solving skills were able to master level 0, Level 1, and Level 2, students in the category of low problem-solving skills are only capable of mastering level 0 and Level 1.

BIM Implementation Maturity Level and Proposed Approach for the Upgrade in Lithuania

2018 ◽  
pp. 22-38
Author(s):  
Natalija Lepkova ◽  
◽  
Rana Maya ◽  
Sonia Ahmed ◽  
Vaidotas Šarka ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Construction Projects ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Maturity Level ◽  
Building Information Modelling ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Building Information ◽  
The Developed Countries ◽  
Level 2 ◽  
Aec Industry

Recently, Building information modelling (BIM) proves its capability to solve the raised AEC industry issues. Therefore, several countries and entities pursue to transform into BIM especially the developed countries. Lithuania as a European country has a great challenge to cap up with the surrounding environment to implement BIM. This study aims to determine the BIM maturity levels in Lithuania and supposed the missed steps to upgrade to the next level. Eighteen important Lithuanian construction projects awarded the most successful implementing BIM are chosen as a case study. Face-to-face interviews were conducted with several BIM experts whose work at the chosen projects. The analysis conducted by the most effective theoretical model entitled BIM Maturity Matrix (BIMM). The key findings of this research that Lithuania reached the BIM implementing maturity level 2 while some projects still at level 1 that proves the ability of Lithuanian AEC industry to softly and completely transfer the maturity to level 2 by the recommendation provided through the proposed approach at the end of the paper. These results provide a stunning opportunity to improve the AEC project performance and reap the benefits of implementing BIM. Future studies can develop a framework to improve the BIM implementation in Lithuania softly.

It is God’s will: Exploiting religious beliefs as a means of human trafficking

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 48-61
Author(s):  
Erin C Heil
Keyword(s):  
Belief Systems ◽  
Case Study Methodology ◽  
God's Will ◽  
Study Methodology ◽  
And Control ◽  
Role Of Religion ◽  
Interpersonal Level ◽  
Level 2

Human traffickers use various methods to maintain and control their victims, including physical, economic, and psychological restraints. Specifically focusing on the psychological aspect of control, this paper seeks to address the role of religion and how it can be exploited as a tool of coercion. Employing case study methodology, this paper will focus on examples of Islam, House of Judah, and Scientology, and how belief systems facilitated victim coercion. The purpose is threefold: (1) to establish religion as a tool of coercion at the interpersonal level, (2) to examine specific trafficking cases in which religion was the method of coercion, and (3) to discuss the challenge of prosecuting cases in which the act was the result of religious coercion.

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