Connection of electronic and microelectronic modules

2014 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
pp. 86-89 ◽  
Author(s):  
Josef Sandera
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Metal Electrode ◽  
New Method ◽  
Thermomechanical Loading ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Practical Solution ◽  
New Methods ◽  
Original Construction ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
New System

Purpose – The purpose of this article is to describe the design of electronic and microelectronic modules and, in particular, it focuses on connecting system of electrical modules to the main board of printed board. The theory of thermomechanical loading of system is presented. New methods of rigid solder connection for electronic modules are also presented. Design/methodology/approach – A newly developed system with chip or cylindrical components is presented. The article describes a practical solution of connection with 0.603 and mini-metal electrode leadless face (MELF) surface mount device (SMD) resistors. Findings – A new method of rigid solder connection for electronic modules is presented. This system is original and patented. Practical implications – This solution is not used yet. Testing of a new system is executed now. Originality/value – This article shows a real and original construction with chip and cylindrical chip components.

Feasibility study of automatically performing the concrete delivery dispatching through machine learning techniques

2015 ◽  
Vol 22 (5) ◽  
pp. 573-590 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mojtaba Maghrebi ◽  
Claude Sammut ◽  
S. Travis Waller
Keyword(s):  
Machine Learning ◽  
Human Resources ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Machine Learning Techniques ◽  
Mixing Process ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Practical Solution ◽  
Learning Techniques ◽  
Ready Mixed Concrete ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to study the implementation of machine learning (ML) techniques in order to automatically measure the feasibility of performing ready mixed concrete (RMC) dispatching jobs. Design/methodology/approach – Six ML techniques were selected and tested on data that was extracted from a developed simulation model and answered by a human expert. Findings – The results show that the performance of most of selected algorithms were the same and achieved an accuracy of around 80 per cent in terms of accuracy for the examined cases. Practical implications – This approach can be applied in practice to match experts’ decisions. Originality/value – In this paper the feasibility of handling complex concrete delivery problems by ML techniques is studied. Currently, most of the concrete mixing process is done by machines. However, RMC dispatching still relies on human resources to complete many tasks. In this paper the authors are addressing to reconstruct experts’ decisions as only practical solution.

Performance assessment of the complex repairable system with n-identical units under (k-out-of-n: G) scheme and copula linguistic repair approach

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
V. V. Singh ◽  
Abubakkar Idris Mohhammad ◽  
Kabiru Hamisu Ibrahim ◽  
Ibrahim Yusuf
Keyword(s):  
Complex System ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
New Method ◽  
Social Implications ◽  
Repairable System ◽  
Variable Technique ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Theoretical Assessment ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeThis paper analyzed a complex system consisting n-identical units under a k-out-of-n: G; configuration via a new method which has not been studied by previous researchers. The computed results are more supportable for repairable system performability analysis.Design/methodology/approachIn this paper, the authors have analyzed a complex system consisting n-identical units under a k-out-of-n: G; configuration via a new method which has not been studied by previous researchers. The supplementary variable technique has employed for analyzing the performance of the system.FindingsReliability measures have been computed for different types of configuration. It generalized the results for purely series and purely parallel configurations.Research limitations/implicationsThis research may be beneficial for industrial system performances whereas a k-out-of-n-type configuration exists.Practical implicationsNot sure as it is a theoretical assessment.Social implicationsThis research may not have social implications.Originality/valueThis work is the sole work of authors that have not been communicated to any other journal before.

Far better insight than a crystal ball

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 16-18
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Long Range ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Crystal Ball ◽  
Content Type ◽  
New Methods ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Long Range Planning ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Strategic forecasting is seen as a rebirth of long-range planning, albeit with new methods and theories. Firms should make the building of strategic forecasting capability a priority. Practical implications The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Gore builds great workplace without traditional hierarchies

2015 ◽  
Vol 23 (7) ◽  
pp. 9-11
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Plant Size ◽  
Social Implications ◽  
Open Communication ◽  
Flat Structure ◽  
Content Type ◽  
New Methods ◽  
Job Titles ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Organizational Requirements

Purpose – Describes the policies and practices that have helped W. L. Gore & Associates to win a string of accolades in the Great Places to Work awards. Design/methodology/approach – Examines the founding principles of the company and shows how they work out in practice. Findings – Concentrates on the company’s flat structure with few job titles, system of flexible teams, open communication and constant encouragement of innovation. Practical implications – Reveals that employees take on flexible commitments – tasks that stem from business and organizational requirements, sometimes outside the scope of their main job. They are not specifically told what to do but commit themselves to fulfilling their responsibilities in a self-motivated and team-orientated way. Social implications – Advances the view that a plant size in a range of 250-300 employees is best for communication to work most efficiently. Originality/value – Shows that people who are successful in the Gore organization are flexible, open-minded team workers ready to try unconventional approaches and new methods and to think out of the box.

scholarly journals Measuring competitive intensity in sports leagues

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 599-620
Author(s):  
Fabio Wagner ◽  
Holger Preuss ◽  
Thomas Könecke
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Round Robin ◽  
New Method ◽  
Competitive Intensity ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Past ◽  
Sports Leagues ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeFor managers of sports leagues, it is crucial to produce an attractive competition. For that to happen, it is vital to consider that leagues frequently have more sub-competitions than “just” the championship. In European top football leagues, for instance, four sub-competitions are common (championship, qualification for Champions- or Europa League, avoiding relegation). This paper introduces a new method for measuring competitive intensity (CI) in round-robin sports leagues considering all relevant sub-competitions and applies it to Germany's Bundesliga.Design/methodology/approachThe newly developed model calculates a CI-Index for each sub-competition and the league as a whole. The application to the Bundesliga analyzes its viability and the development of the league's CI over the past 22 seasons.FindingsThe newly introduced CI-Indices prove to be a viable tool for evaluating a league's competitive intensity. The application to the Bundesliga shows that the seasonal CI dropped after 2009/10, which can mainly be attributed to a decline in the championship's CI.Practical implicationsThe results show that it is important to facilitate a high CI in each of Bundesliga's four sub-competitions. Efforts have to be made to ensure that especially the Europa League remains as attractive as possible for the participating teams and their fans because this sub-competition constantly makes the greatest contribution to the seasonal CI.Originality/valueThe new method measures competitive intensity by quantifying the different sub-competitions and their contribution to the seasonal CI. This allows the organizers of sports leagues to assess the intensity of the individual sub-competitions as well as the league as a whole.

Mortgage Securitization System (MSS) (a complementary system of Rastin Banking)

2017 ◽  
Vol 59 (6) ◽  
pp. 778-783 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bijan Bidabad
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Banking System ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Complementary System ◽  
Tangible Assets ◽  
Mortgage Securitization ◽  
Practical Development ◽  
New Institutions ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
New System

Purpose This paper aims to define a new system to facilitate obtaining reliable collaterals and guarantees for financial activities from tangible assets through a new financial instrument of “guarantee certificates”. Design/methodology/approach This system makes it possible to securitize movable/immovable assets into negotiable paper lots, namely, “guarantee certificates”. Each lot of these certificates can be used as a guarantee or collateral for any guarantee-backed activity in banks or other activities. Findings The mortgage securitization system (MSS) securitizes tangible assets and provides necessary collaterals and guarantees to be used for different purposes. The operations are carried out through notary offices. This system, as a complementary system of the Rastin Banking system, can also be executed separately. Research limitations/implications The system is novel and needs to be more elaborated for further practical development and adjustment. Although this paper deals with only securitization of tangible assets, research can also be extended to securitization of intangible assets, through new institutions and rules. Practical implications Many properties and assets can be used as guarantees for observing obligations. The available ways for changing (especially large) properties into small guarantees are not easy and efficient. The MSS was designed to break large assets into many guarantee (certificate) lots and reduce the formalities of mortgaging and its transfer. Social implications This system provides reliance and security upon collaterals and conditions for fast claim-clearing and low formalities without time-consuming adjudication processes. Originality/value Complementary systems in Rastin Banking have been designed to solve prevailing problems of banking and financial activities. The MSS was designed to provide necessary arrangements for transforming assets into negotiable papers.

What universities might learn from professional associations in marking large undergraduate modules

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 343-348 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carl Evans ◽  
John Gardener
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Research ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Business Management ◽  
Professional Associations ◽  
University Staff ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Practical Solution ◽  
Teaching Teams ◽  
Professional Business ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to highlight to universities the approach of professional associations in marking large volumes of assessments. Design/methodology/approach The issues arising in marking large undergraduate modules in universities are discussed, before describing the approach typically adopted by professional associations. The benefit for universities of adopting such an approach is then examined. Findings The key to marking large volumes for professional associations lies in the initial standardisation meeting, on-going discussions between markers and an ability to check and if necessary stop the marking process at several points in the marking cycle, until agreement and consistency between markers are achieved. Research limitations/implications This viewpoint paper is based on the experiences of the two authors in assessing professional business management associations, and not empirical research. Practical implications The approach described here to marking large volumes of undergraduate assessments offers a practical solution to the prevailing issues concerning consistency across teaching teams. Originality/value The application of the approach of professional associations to the issues surrounding marking large undergraduate modules offers a unique proposition for university staff to consider.

Proposal for the development of sleeve patternmaking process and the definition of sleeve pattern structures for mass customization

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hyunsook Han ◽  
Hyunjung Han ◽  
Taehoon Kim
Keyword(s):  
Mass Customization ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Comprehensive Analysis ◽  
New Method ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pattern Control ◽  
Pattern Structures ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
The Way

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to propose the parametric sleeve patternmaking method that enables mass customization.Design/methodology/approachTo propose the parametric sleeve patternmaking method, the required components for parametrization were identified, and required elements for the application of mass customization were extracted as an objective sleeve pattern.FindingsOverall drafting processes, the formulas for lines and points, the values of notches, and the value of the ease of ESMOD method, the angles and the formulas for darts of Müller’s method, and the size of Sleeve Opening and the way of pattern control of Secoli’s method were combined in the new method proposed.Research limitations/implicationsFurther study requires a comprehensive analysis of the proposed sleeve patternmaking method and developing the parametric sleeve pattern CAD for mass customization to utilize and commercialize the parametric sleeve patternmaking method.Practical implicationsThe parametric sleeve patternmaking method is suitable for mass customization. Especially, even beginners would apply the parametric sleeve patternmaking method proposed in this study to any type of bodice pattern without confusion.Originality/valueThe parametric sleeve patternmaking method proposed is simple and delivers the lines and the calculated values for the sleeve patternmaking clearly and objectively rather than the patterner’s intuition does.

scholarly journals Strategic forecasting: the management perspective

2016 ◽  
Vol 39 (9) ◽  
pp. 998-1015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Henrik Johannsen Duus
Keyword(s):  
Long Range ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Management Decisions ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Content Type ◽  
New Methods ◽  
Management Perspective ◽  
Long Range Planning ◽  
A Priority ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The purpose of this article is to present an overview of the area of strategic forecasting and its research directions and to put forward some ideas for improving management decisions. Design/methodology/approach This article is conceptual but also informed by the author’s long contact and collaboration with various business firms. It starts by presenting an overview of the area and argues that the area is as much a way of thinking as a toolbox of theories and methodologies. It then spells out a number of research directions and ideas for management. Findings Strategic forecasting is seen as a rebirth of long range planning, albeit with new methods and theories. Firms should make the building of strategic forecasting capability a priority. Research limitations/implications The article subdivides strategic forecasting into three research avenues and suggests avenues for further research efforts. Practical implications The article provides five examples of ideas that may enable managers to analyze and understand the future of their firm’s environment, thus improving investments in a wide variety of areas. Originality/value This article’s contribution is a relatively novel way of theorizing within a somewhat neglected area. It also suggests several new practical ideas that may improve management decisions.

Disrupting market strategy

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (7) ◽  
pp. 15-16
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Business World ◽  
Market Strategy ◽  
Content Type ◽  
New Methods ◽  
Modern Business ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Technology and digital reinvention are upending markets across the globe. Startups are now challenging established companies and winning, so new methods of strategizing for the future are needed by those companies that are feeling the pressure of the modern business world. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

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