scholarly journals The Importance and Interaction Indices of Bi-Capacities Based on Ternary-Element Sets

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 607-613
Author(s):  
Baghdad Science Journal
Keyword(s):  
Interaction Index ◽  
Möbius Transform ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Importance Index ◽  
Ternary Element

Grabisch and Labreuche have recently proposed a generalization of capacities, called the bi-capacities. Recently, a new approach for studying bi-capacities through introducing a notion of ternary-element sets proposed by the author. In this paper, we propose many results such as bipolar Mobius transform, importance index, and interaction index of bi-capacities based on our approach.

scholarly journals The Bipolar Choquet Integrals Based On Ternary-Element Sets

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jabbar Abbas
Keyword(s):  
Fuzzy Sets ◽  
Choquet Integral ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Basic Properties ◽  
Ternary Element ◽  
Choquet Integrals

Abstract 1This paper first introduces a new approach for studying bi-capacities and the bipolar Choquet integrals based on ternary-element sets. In the second half of the paper, we extend our approach to bi-capacities on fuzzy sets. Then, we propose a model of bipolar Choquet integral with respect to bi-capacities on fuzzy sets, and we give some basic properties of this model.

scholarly journals Exploring the Factors Hindering the Use of Green Architecture in Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Auwalu Faisal Koko ◽  
Muhammed Bello
Keyword(s):  
Built Environment ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Relative Importance ◽  
Continuous Growth ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Green Architecture ◽  
Importance Index ◽  
The Government

The construction industry in Nigeria has continuously witnessed rapid development as a result of massive investments in infrastructural projects such as housing. The continuous growth of this industry and the conventional approach to construction practices in Nigeria have negatively affected the environment and the wellbeing of the populace. Therefore, the concept of green architecture, also known as sustainable architecture, is a new approach in Nigeria’s construction industry that strives to achieve environmental sustainability. However, various factors have hindered its adoption and utilisation. This study, therefore, examined the various factors hindering the use of green architecture through various literature reviewed and administered questionnaires to built environment professionals in Nigeria to ascertain their perception of those identified factors. Data gathered from the questionnaires were analysed using descriptive statistical tools and ranked according to each factor’s mean index score and relative importance index. The results of the study revealed the most prominent factors hindering the utilisation of green architecture in Nigeria. Hence, findings from this study suggest that more efforts such as public enlightenment and the provisions of incentives are needed to be done by the government, built environment professionals, and other stakeholders in Nigeria’s construction industry for the promotion of green architecture.

A New Approach for Calculating Phonon Dispersions and Elastic Constants of Simple Metals

1992 ◽  
Vol 291 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Li ◽  
S.J. Liu ◽  
N.X. Chen
Keyword(s):  
Elastic Constants ◽  
Cohesive Energy ◽  
New Method ◽  
Möbius Transform ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Pair Potentials ◽  
Cauchy Relation ◽  
Three Body

ABSTRACTA new method to calculate the phonon dispersions for simple metals is first introduced, based on the Mobius transform. The cohesive energy can be obtained from experiment or theory, then the pair and three—body potentials between atoms in metals can be obtained by use of the modified Mobius theorem. Based on only the pair potentials the phonon dispersions for Cu, A1 and Ni have been obtained without any adjustable parameters. The calculation of elastic constants has involved both the 2—and 3—body interactions, and the restriction of the Cauchy relation has been erased. The above result represents a significant improvement over the Carlsson — Gelatt — Ehrenreich method.

scholarly journals INNOVATION IN LOGISTICS SERVICES USING THE KANO MODEL

2017 ◽  
Vol 44 (4) ◽  
pp. 23
Author(s):  
Milorad J Kilibarda
Keyword(s):  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Satisfaction Level ◽  
Kano Model ◽  
Attribute Importance ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Logistics Service ◽  
Importance Index ◽  
Logistics Services ◽  
High Level

This paper presents a new approach to the innovation in logistics services based on a classification ofservice attributesdepending on how they affect customer satisfaction. A quantitative Kano model has been developed, which, unlike traditional models, describes the nonlinear relationships betweenservice attributes and customer satisfaction. The model is based on the attribute importance index and the satisfaction level. By applying the Kano model, all attributes of logistic services are classified into one of four quadrants. Depending on to which quadrant an attribute belongs, a decision on the introduction and development of innovations is being made. The aim is to introduce innovation and new logistics solutions in order to improve the attributes that are the most important to the customer, that is, which affect the customer satisfaction to the greatest extent. The model has been applied to specific research of logistics service attributes on the Serbian market, where the case study resultsindicate the importance and a high level of practical applicability of the quantitative Kano model.

The O–C diagrams of minor planets − a new approach to modelling the rotation

1999 ◽  
Vol 173 ◽  
pp. 185-188
Author(s):  
Gy. Szabó ◽  
K. Sárneczky ◽  
L.L. Kiss
Keyword(s):  
Error Analysis ◽  
Time Dependence ◽  
Theoretical Work ◽  
Minor Planet ◽  
Minor Planets ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Preliminary Results ◽  
Ccd Observations

AbstractA widely used tool in studying quasi-monoperiodic processes is the O–C diagram. This paper deals with the application of this diagram in minor planet studies. The main difference between our approach and the classical O–C diagram is that we transform the epoch (=time) dependence into the geocentric longitude domain. We outline a rotation modelling using this modified O–C and illustrate the abilities with detailed error analysis. The primary assumption, that the monotonity and the shape of this diagram is (almost) independent of the geometry of the asteroids is discussed and tested. The monotonity enables an unambiguous distinction between the prograde and retrograde rotation, thus the four-fold (or in some cases the two-fold) ambiguities can be avoided. This turned out to be the main advantage of the O–C examination. As an extension to the theoretical work, we present some preliminary results on 1727 Mette based on new CCD observations.

A New Approach to the Demonstration of Oxidase-Localization Using Tannic Acid Or Catechin

1973 ◽  
Vol 31 ◽  
pp. 698-699
Author(s):  
V. Mizuhira ◽  
Y. Futaesaku
Keyword(s):  
Cross Section ◽  
Tannic Acid ◽  
Elastic Fiber ◽  
The Other ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Tissue Block ◽  
Active Reaction ◽  
The Cross

Previously we reported that tannic acid is a very effective fixative for proteins including polypeptides. Especially, in the cross section of microtubules, thirteen submits in A-tubule and eleven in B-tubule could be observed very clearly. An elastic fiber could be demonstrated very clearly, as an electron opaque, homogeneous fiber. However, tannic acid did not penetrate into the deep portion of the tissue-block. So we tried Catechin. This shows almost the same chemical natures as that of proteins, as tannic acid. Moreover, we thought that catechin should have two active-reaction sites, one is phenol,and the other is catechole. Catechole site should react with osmium, to make Os- black. Phenol-site should react with peroxidase existing perhydroxide.

Processing Immunoperoxidase Labeled Cell Monolayers and Cryostat Sesctions For Electron Microscopy

1985 ◽  
Vol 43 ◽  
pp. 714-715
Author(s):  
K. Chien ◽  
R. Van de Velde ◽  
I.P. Shintaku ◽  
A.F. Sassoon
Keyword(s):  
Cell Monolayer ◽  
Cell Types ◽  
Surface Antigens ◽  
Immunoperoxidase Method ◽  
Reaction Step ◽  
Hot Plate ◽  
Air Drying ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Cell Monolayers ◽  
Glass Slides

Immunoelectron microscopy of neoplastic lymphoma cells is valuable for precise localization of surface antigens and identification of cell types. We have developed a new approach in which the immunohistochemical staining can be evaluated prior to embedding for EM and desired area subsequently selected for ultrathin sectioning.A freshly prepared lymphoma cell suspension is spun onto polylysine hydrobromide- coated glass slides by cytocentrifugation and immediately fixed without air drying in polylysine paraformaldehyde (PLP) fixative. After rinsing in PBS, slides are stained by a 3-step immunoperoxidase method. Cell monolayer is then fixed in buffered 3% glutaraldehyde prior to DAB reaction. After the DAB reaction step, wet monolayers can be examined under LM for presence of brown reaction product and selected monolayers then processed by routine methods for EM and embedded with the Chien Re-embedding Mold. After the polymerization, the epoxy blocks are easily separated from the glass slides by heatingon a 100°C hot plate for 20 seconds.

TEM study of a biofilm on copper corrosion

1996 ◽  
Vol 54 ◽  
pp. 220-221
Author(s):  
W. A. Chiou ◽  
N. Kohyama ◽  
B. Little ◽  
P. Wagner ◽  
M. Meshii
Keyword(s):  
Marine Bacterium ◽  
Culture Medium ◽  
Copper Alloys ◽  
Pure Copper ◽  
Localized Corrosion ◽  
Natural Seawater ◽  
Copper Corrosion ◽  
New Approach ◽  
The Past ◽  
Copper Tolerant

The corrosion of copper and copper alloys in a marine environment is of great concern because of their widespread use in heat exchangers and steam condensers in which natural seawater is the coolant. It has become increasingly evident that microorganisms play an important role in the corrosion of a number of metals and alloys under a variety of environments. For the past 15 years the use of SEM has proven to be useful in studying biofilms and spatial relationships between bacteria and localized corrosion of metals. Little information, however, has been obtained using TEM capitalizing on its higher spacial resolution and the transmission observation of interfaces. The research presented herein is the first step of this new approach in studying the corrosion with biological influence in pure copper.Commercially produced copper (Cu, 99%) foils of approximately 120 μm thick exposed to a copper-tolerant marine bacterium, Oceanospirillum, and an abiotic culture medium were subsampled (1 cm × 1 cm) for this study along with unexposed control samples.

High resolution at low voltage: A new approach

1989 ◽  
Vol 47 ◽  
pp. 76-77
Author(s):  
Arthur V. Jones
Keyword(s):  
Low Voltage ◽  
Emission Sources ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Design Concepts ◽  
Probe Diameter ◽  
Low Voltage Operation ◽  
Sufficient Intensity ◽  
Electron Microscopes ◽  
Scanning Electron Microscopes ◽  
Immersion Type

With the introduction of field-emission sources and “immersion-type” objective lenses, the resolution obtainable with modern scanning electron microscopes is approaching that obtainable in STEM and TEM-but only with specific types of specimens. Bulk specimens still suffer from the restrictions imposed by internal scattering and the need to be conducting. Advances in coating techniques have largely overcome these problems but for a sizeable body of specimens, the restrictions imposed by coating are unacceptable.For such specimens, low voltage operation, with its low beam penetration and freedom from charging artifacts, is the method of choice.Unfortunately the technical dificulties in producing an electron beam sufficiently small and of sufficient intensity are considerably greater at low beam energies — so much so that a radical reevaluation of convential design concepts is needed.The probe diameter is usually given by

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