Morphometry of Corpus Callosum in South Indian Population

Background: The corpus callosum (CC) is a connecting bridge between two cerebral hemispheres and helps in interhemispheric integration of information. Purpose: The primary objective of the study is to explain the topographical position of CC in relation to the brain in the South Indian population, contributing to the reference values of measurements of CC, which helps in planning surgical interventions. Also, the reference values help in cross-referencing with other populations and ethnic group. Methods and Material: In the study, 40 formalin fixed, full brain specimens were cut in midsagittal plane and CC was measured along with its relation to the brain. The major diameters considered were longitudinal dimension of corpus callosum (LC), distance of CC from frontal pole to genu (AS), distance of CC occipital pole to splenium (PS), and longitudinal dimension of brain (LB) from frontal pole to occipital pole. Statistical Analysis Used: The statistical analysis was carried with the mean, standard deviation, 95% CI, and the range measured for each measurement. The Pearson coefficient was evaluated between dimensions of brain and CC. Multivariate linear regression analysis was done to correlate between LB as a dependent variable, and LC, vertical dimension of brain (CD), and PS as independent variables. Results: Pearson’s ratio showed a positive correlation between LB and PS (0.61), and also between LB and LC (0.59). The ratio of LC/LB was 0.45 and LC/CD was 0.69, which are stable in all brains studied. Conclusions: The study concludes that CC maintains a stable proportion with its parts (genu, rostrum, body, and splenium) and with the horizontal dimension of the brain. Further, measured values help in cross-referencing with other population.

The Longitudinal Dimension of Social-Mediated Movements: Hidden Brokerage and the Unsung Tales of Movement Spilloverers

This study traces the retweet networks among a group of movement spilloverers spanning across five social-mediated movements (i.e., People’s Climate March, Women’s March, #GrabYourWallet, March for Our Lives, and #StoptheBans) and examines the longitudinal inter-movement dynamics. Our analysis reveals that movement spillover is a widespread phenomenon existing in ideologically compatible movements across issue areas and lasted over 5 years. We also found that movement spilloverers functioned as relationship brokers both within their original movement networks and across movements. We identified four types of brokers based on their movement memberships and flows of information, and explored the unique characteristics of these brokers. We found that itinerants and representatives are exceptionally influential among the general public and media, whereas coordinators commend considerable influence among politicians. Representatives are most effective when influencing the activist community. Theoretical and practical implications are also discussed.

Plate coverage predicts failure for volarly unstable distal radius fractures with volar lunate facet fragments

Introduction: Loss of reduction after operative fixation of volarly unstable distal radius fractures with a volar lunate facet fragment (VLF) is considered problematic because it results in carpal subluxation or dislocation and subsequent impaired function. We hypothesized that the indicator of loss of reduction of the VLF after fixation is plate coverage of the bony fragment. We investigated the relationship between the plate coverage of the VLF and loss of reduction after fixation, and calculated the plate coverage that was associated with failure of fixation of the VLF. Materials and methods: We conducted a retrospective review. We included patients with surgically treated volarly unstable distal radius fractures with VLF with a volar locking plate who had a minimum follow-up of 6 months. A total of 33 patients (35 wrists) met criteria for inclusion into the study. The patients were divided into a displacement group and a non-displacement group. We calculated and compared longitudinal dimension and plate coverage of the VLF between the two groups to reveal the risk factors for loss of reduction. Results: At final follow-up, 25 fractures maintained radiographic alignment and 10 (28.6%) lost reduction. Univariate analysis between the two groups showed that plate coverage against the transverse and longitudinal dimension of the VLF was correlated with loss of reduction after operative fixation. In multivariate logistic regression analysis, only plate coverage against the longitudinal dimension of the VLF remained a significant predictor of failure. With 64.7% as the cut-off point for plate coverage against the longitudinal dimension of the VLF, the sensitivity and specificity of the prediction were 96% and 80%, respectively. Conclusion: The predictor of loss of reduction after fixation of volarly unstable distal radius fractures with a VLF was plate coverage against the longitudinal dimension of the VLF.

Pengaruh Masukan Kendali Terhadap Hasil Identifikasi Parameter Pesawat Udara Konfigurasi Konvensional Matra Terbang Longitudinal

Parameter identification is a process to get real characteristics of the motion dynamics of an object which can then be used to build the dynamics model of the object, which has a very high level of validity and accuracy. The modeling process is usually carried out using aircraft input data and the results of existing navigation data recording. From the data, the model parameters are estimated using the simple least square method. In this study, the simulation was carried out by varying the deflection input in the control field and simulation time. The input given to the longitudinal dimension is the deflection of the elevator control field. The results of parameter identification in the Corsair A-7A plane in the longitudinal dimension indicate that the input form 3-2-1 has a smaller error value than using doublet and pulse inputs. This shows that the input form 3-2-1 is most suitable for the longitudinal dimension among the given inputs.

Minimization of shielding effectiveness of energy saving windows in WiFi frequency range

We investigated the dependence of shielding effectiveness of energy saving double-glazed windows on their longitudinal dimensions (thickness of metalized and uncoated glass panes and the gap between them) both experimentally and theoretically. It was shown that by changing the longitudinal dimension of the window the minimum of shielding effectiveness could be shifted to the desirable frequency range. Applying this approach to the WiFi frequency range we demonstrated that shielding effectiveness can be decreased by 7–9 dB for the 2.4 GHz WiFi connection and by 14–17 dB for the 5 GHz connection in comparison with that of an ordinary energy saving double-glazed window. Theoretical considerations have been confirmed by experimental investigation of the dependence of shielding effectiveness on the gap between glass panes.

Lidar Investigation of Atmosphere Effect on a Wind Turbine Wake

An experimental study of the spatial wind structure in the vicinity of a wind turbine by a NOAA coherent Doppler lidar has been conducted. It was found that a working wind turbine generates a wake with the maximum velocity deficit varying from 27% to 74% and with the longitudinal dimension varying from 120 up to 1180 m, depending on the wind strength and atmospheric turbulence. It is shown that, at high wind speeds, the twofold increase of the turbulent energy dissipation rate (from 0.0066 to 0.013 m2 s−3) leads, on average, to halving of the longitudinal dimension of the wind turbine wake (from 680 to 340 m).

Study on the Construction of China Development Bank Co's Main Businesses Framework Based on ERM

Since reformed into a commercial bank in 1998, China Development Bank Co needs to strengthen risk management in the new market environment. This paper presents the meaning of China Development Bank Co's Enterprise risk management (ERM) firstly, based on which analyzing the status of risk management of China Development Bank Co's main businesses, and constructing three-dimensional framework of China Development Bank Co's main businesses ERM: the horizontal dimension is the base of ERM, the longitudinal dimension is the ERM process, the vertical dimension is ERM structure. Keywords: ERM; main business; framework