Engineering manipulation at nanoscale: further functional specifications

2019 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 572-590 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samir Mekid ◽  
Salem Bashmal
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Machining Process ◽  
Nano Structure ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Control Techniques ◽  
Design Concepts ◽  
Basic Functions ◽  
Motion Characteristics ◽  
Complex Features ◽  
Research And Education

Purpose Novel nanomaterials and nano-devices require further functional aspects that can be designed and supported using new nanomanipulation techniques allowing specific functions at the design phase. The nano-manipulator becomes a key instrument for technology bridging sub-nano to mesoscale. The integration of various operations in nano-devices requires sub-nanometer precision and highly stable manipulator. This paper aims to review various design concepts of recent nanomanipulators, their motion characteristics, basic functions, imagine and automation with control techniques for the sake of establishing new design features based on recent requirements. Design/methodology/approach The paper reviews various existing nanomanipulators, their motion characteristics, basic functions, imagine and automation with control techniques. This will support precision machine design methodology and robotics principles. Findings The availability of a nano-precision instrument with integrated functions has proved to be extremely helpful in addressing various fundamental problems in science and engineering such as exploring, understanding, modeling and testing nano-machining process; exact construction of nano-structure arrays; and inspection of devices with complex features. Originality/value New functional specifications have emerged from this review to support the design and make of new advanced nanomanipulators with more features availability to support manipulation within the same reference datum needed for research and education.

Design thinking in hospitality education and research

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 449-457
Author(s):  
Sudhanshu Bhushan
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Design Thinking ◽  
Service Design ◽  
Basic Principles ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Hospitality Education ◽  
Disciplinary Problems ◽  
Research And Education ◽  
The One ◽  
Functional Areas

Purpose This paper aims to outline why design thinking is an engaging process and provide a methodical framework to approach complex, multi-disciplinary problems in ways that consistently yield solutions that are successful and often creative in unpredictable ways. It is a framework for thinking about complex, multidisciplinary problems and the one that applies to just about anything. Design/methodology/approach Service design is all about taking a service and making it meet the user and customer needs for that service. It can be used to improve an existing service or to create a new service from scratch. To adapt to service design, the designer will need to understand the basic principles of service design thinking and be able to focus on it. Findings This paper explores the possibilities for applying design thinking in the hospitality industry in general and hospitality education and research in particular. The functional areas of the hospitality profession are explored, evaluated and then integrated as a holistic design to provide coherence, connectivity and linkages. Originality/value The paper illustrates an application of design thinking to hospitality research and education.

Measuring of cutting forces and chip shapes based on different machining parameters

Sensor Review ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 38 (3) ◽  
pp. 387-390
Author(s):  
Obrad Anicic ◽  
Srdjan Jovic ◽  
Ivica Camagic ◽  
Mladen Radojkovic ◽  
Nenad Stanojevic
Keyword(s):  
Cutting Forces ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Machining Process ◽  
Machining Parameters ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Machining Conditions

Purpose The main aim of the study was to measure the cutting forces and chip shapes based on different machining parameters. Design/methodology/approach To get the best optimal machining conditions, it is essential to use the best combination of machining parameters. Although some machining parameters are not important for the process, there are machining parameters which are very important for the machining process. Findings It is essential to determine which machining parameters are the most dominant to make the optimal machining conditions. Originality/value Six different chip shapes are obtained according to ISO standardization. It was determined that the different cutting forces occurred for the different chip shapes.

International business in an era of anti-globalization

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 78-90 ◽  
Author(s):  
Klaus E. Meyer
Keyword(s):  
International Business ◽  
Public Engagement ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Practice Research ◽  
Economic Prosperity ◽  
Remedial Action ◽  
Unequal Distribution ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Research And Education ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The apparent onset of an era of anti-globalization creates significant challenges for international business (IB) practice, research and education. This paper aims to discuss the implication of these challenges for IB scholarship. Design/methodology/approach This essay assesses the needs for research in IB in view of the challenges posed by the anti-globalization movement. Findings The author identifies and analyzes two sets of concerns of the anti-globalization movement: the unequal distribution of the benefits of globalization and emergent constraints on national sovereignty. On that basis, he offers suggestions on how international business scholars may contribute to addressing these challenges through research, teaching and public engagement. Practical implications Businesses need to understand the economic and institutional arguments motivating the anti-globalization movement and to address them within their scope of activity. Social implications Globalization benefits societies, in general, but some groups do not benefit unless specific remedial action is taken. If these groups are not supported, they can cause political disruption to IB and, hence, economic prosperity. Originality/value This paper offers a pathway for IB scholars to contribute to discourses on globalization and anti-globalization.

Analyzing of the sensitivity of chip formation during machining process

Sensor Review ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 37 (4) ◽  
pp. 448-450 ◽  
Author(s):  
Srdjan Jovic ◽  
Dragan Lazarevic ◽  
Aleksa Vulovic
Keyword(s):  
Chip Formation ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Fuzzy Inference ◽  
Machining Process ◽  
Machining Parameters ◽  
Important Indicator ◽  
Inference System ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Neuro Fuzzy

Purpose The paper aims to analyze chip formation during machining process since it can be a very important indicator for the quality of the machining process, as some chip forms can be undesirable. Design/methodology/approach It is essential to determine the sensitivity of the chip formation on the basis of different machining parameters. The main goal of the study was to analyze the sensitivity of the chip formation during the machining process by using adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system (ANFIS). Findings According to the results, the chip formation is the most sensitive to feed rate. Originality/value Different cutting tests were performed to monitor the chip formation on the basis of the cutting forces and the cutting displacement. ANFIS was used to estimate the sensitivity of the chip formation during the cutting process on the basis of different parameters.

Abandon canon in American sociology

2019 ◽  
Vol 39 (5/6) ◽  
pp. 494-504 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anson Au
Keyword(s):  
Academic Writing ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Sociological Theory ◽  
Research Practice ◽  
Participatory Action ◽  
Conceptual Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
American Sociology ◽  
Standards Of Practice ◽  
Research And Education

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to challenge the practice of having, using and constructing any canon in sociological theory. This paper argues that the elitism of American sociology and the forms of inequality it engenders are sustained by the construction of a canon itself. Design/methodology/approach This paper adopts a conceptual approach to examine the problems of research practice, academic writing, inequality and empirical translation that canonical thinking engenders within the academy and beyond. Findings Reflecting on the problems outlined, this paper articulates a more democratic agenda for treating canon in research and education by drawing upon standards of practice in ethnography, participatory action research and Southern Theory. Originality/value This paper interrogates the relations of domination that remain at work in the discipline and that which concern the elite position of American sociology itself.

Management of constraint generators in fashion store design processes

2017 ◽  
Vol 45 (2) ◽  
pp. 122-142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mia Borch Münster ◽  
Anders Haug
Keyword(s):  
Design Process ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Retail Store ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Design Concepts ◽  
Use Of Resources ◽  
Important Constraint ◽  
Store Design ◽  
Design Projects ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose Retail design concepts are complex designs meeting functional and aesthetic demands from various constraint generators. However, the literature on this topic is sparse and offers only little support for store designers to deal with such challenges. To address this issue, the purpose of this paper is to identify the most important constraint generators, investigating the types of constraints they generate, and providing guidelines for how to deal with constraint elicitation. Design/methodology/approach The three contributions mentioned above are developed through discussions of the literature and eight case studies of fashion store design projects. Findings The paper shows that the influence of the constraint generators decreases during the design process except for supplier-generated constraints, which increase in the final stages of the design process. The paper argues that constraints should be elicited close to their occurrence, and that doing so requires a solid understanding of relevant constraint generators. Research limitations/implications The paper provides a structured basis for further research and identifies areas warranting further study. Although, the paper’s focus is on fashion store design, the findings may, to some degree, be applicable to other types of store design projects. Practical implications The understandings provided by this paper may help designers to deal proactively with constraints, reducing the use of resources to alter design proposals. Originality/value The paper: defines the most important constraint generators from the perspective of retail store designers, clarifies the types of constraints they generate, and provides guidelines for how to deal with constraint elicitation.

Bioinspired designs impart robots with unique capabilities

2019 ◽  
Vol 46 (5) ◽  
pp. 561-567
Author(s):  
Robert Bogue
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Robot Navigation ◽  
Short Introduction ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Inertial Measurement ◽  
Design Concepts ◽  
Bioinspired Design ◽  
Measurement Units ◽  
Insight Into ◽  
Selection Of

Purpose This paper aims to provide an insight into robot developments that use bioinspired design concepts. Design/methodology/approach Following a short introduction to biomimetics, this paper first provides examples of bioinspired terrestrial, aerial and underwater robot navigation techniques. It then discusses bioinspired locomotion and considers a selection of robotic products and developments inspired by snakes, bats, diving birds, fish and dragonflies. Finally, brief concluding comments are drawn. Findings The application of design concepts that mimic the capabilities and processes found in living creatures can impart robots with unique abilities. Bioinspired techniques used by insects and other organisms, notably optic flow and sunlight polarisation sensing, allow robots to navigate without the need for methods such as simultaneous localisation and mapping, GPS or inertial measurement units. Bioinspired locomotion techniques have yielded robots capable of operating in water, air and on land and in some cases, making the transition between different media. Originality/value This shows how bioinspired design concepts can impart robots with innovative and enhanced navigation and locomotion capabilities.

Understanding passwords – a taxonomy of password creation strategies

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 453-467 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joakim Kävrestad ◽  
Fredrik Eriksson ◽  
Marcus Nohlberg
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Computer Users ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Penetration Testing ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Third ◽  
Abstract Level ◽  
Research And Education ◽  
Insight Into ◽  
Dictionary Attacks

PurposeUsing authentication to secure data and accounts has grown to be a natural part of computing. Even if several authentication methods are in existence, using passwords remains the most common type of authentication. As long and complex passwords are encouraged by research studies and practitioners alike, computer users design passwords using strategies that enable them to remember their passwords. This paper aims to present a taxonomy of those password creation strategies in the form of a model describing various strategies used to create passwords.Design/methodology/approachThe study was conducted in a three-step process beginning with a short survey among forensic experts within the Swedish police. The model was then developed by a series of iterative semi-structured interviews with forensic experts. In the third and final step, the model was validated on 5,000 passwords gathered from 50 different password databases that have leaked to the internet.FindingsThe result of this study is a taxonomy of password creation strategies presented as a model that describes the strategies as properties that a password can hold. Any given password can be classified as holding one or more of the properties outlined in the model.Originality/valueOn an abstract level, this study provides insight into password creation strategies. As such, the model can be used as a tool for research and education. It can also be used by practitioners in, for instance, penetration testing to map the most used password creation strategies in a domain or by forensic experts when designing dictionary attacks.

Towards emancipation through organizational (re)design? Exploring integral organizational renewal from a critical management perspective

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lucas Gronouwe ◽  
Matthijs Moorkamp ◽  
Max Visser
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Organizational Renewal ◽  
Design Concepts ◽  
Management Perspective ◽  
Critical Management ◽  
Organization Science ◽  
Conceptual Nature ◽  
Critical Management Studies

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to contribute to a more pragmatic critical management studies (CMS), by exploring the emancipatory intent of organizational (re)design concepts and ideas from the modern sociotechnical approach integral organizational renewal (IOR). Design/methodology/approach This paper is of a conceptual nature in that it engages with relevant literature from the fields of CMS and IOR, guided by a focused conceptualization of emancipation from CMS literature. Findings It is found that although IOR can to a large extent be considered as an emancipatory project, it contains a number of dangers which jeopardize its emancipatory potential. Complemented with other sociotechnical approaches and ideas, however, it appears that IOR could make some valuable contributions to a pragmatic CMS. Originality/value This paper is unique in engaging in an exchange of ideas between CMS and IOR. By doing so, it contributes, first, to the debate on a more pragmatic CMS; second, to the dialogue between CMS and “mainstream” organization science; third, to the field of organizational (re)design.

Learning from plants: a new framework to approach water-harvesting design concepts

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sara Jalali ◽  
Morteza Aliabadi ◽  
Mohammadjavad Mahdavinejad
Keyword(s):  
Architectural Design ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Water Harvesting ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Design Concepts ◽  
Process Learning ◽  
Global Issue ◽  
Relevant Factors ◽  
New Framework

PurposeThis paper's main objective is to focus on the water-harvesting ability of plants and try to implement a solution-based method to outline a plant-inspired design framework.Design/methodology/approachThe current paper aims to provide a step-by-step approach to the biological-inspired design by looking deeply at plants' mechanisms and features to harvest water and conduct a method to learn them in an organized way.FindingsIn addition to the proposed framework, the fundamental water-harvesting principles of plants including increasing condensation, reducing transpiration and facilitating transportation have been extracted by investigating several adaptable plants. The relevant factors related to each of these three principles are introduced and can potentially ease the process of bio-inspiration as it contributes to the findability and understandability of a particular biologic strategy. As a result, this framework can be used to the formation of novel designs in different disciplines. In this process, the development of an architectural design concept is presented as an example.Originality/valueThe current global issue about the shortage of water leads researchers to learn adaptability from nature and increase the demands of using bio-inspired strategies. The novelty of this study is to introduce a water-harvesting design path, which has been presented using a four-step-plant-to-design process. Learning from plants' water-harvesting strategies will contribute to efficiency in different disciplines. The findings of this study have important implications for developing bio-inspired water-harvesting materials and systems. Moreover, the findings add substantially to the understanding of water-harvesting architecture and play an important role in bridging the gap between theory and practice.

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