13 Articles Published

1. ELECTRONIC APPLICATION AS A MULTIPURPOSE LOW VISION AID: A BOON FOR CHILD WITH RETINOCHOROIDAL COLOBOMA- A CASE STUDY

Authors: Devanshi M. Dalal

Abstract: Low vision hampers child development and any assistance to correct or improve the same is important for a child’s future growth. With development in electronics and information technology, new tools have emerged to assist medical efforts. Smart phones have also become a very handy tool in this regard. This case study is presented on treatment of retinochoroidal coloboma with android application. Treatment helped student to restart school education.

Keywords: Low vision, Retinochoroidal coloboma, Android application, Visual impairment, Eye care

Pages: 1 - 1 | DOI: 10.15224/ 978-1-63248-193-1-01

2. POST-ACCIDENT LOAD CARRYING PERFORMANCE OF A DEFORMED HATCH COVER

Authors: OZLEM CAVDAR

Abstract: Evaluation of load carrying performance of damaged structures after accidents is a vital issue for safety concerns. The aim of this study is to investigate the post-accident behaviour of a deformed hatch cover, while comparing the influence of different damage modelling techniques on results and verifying capabilities of an engineering environment for this task. To achieve that, impact load due to a dropped object is analysed as the realistic damage simulation, then the deformed geometry and the residual stresses are transferred to further analyses to assess the performance of the hatch cover under the applied lateral load. The results are compared to the results of the intact structure and the conventionally damage modelled structure. Finally, this study demonstrates the importance of accurate and realistic damage modelling and it is possible to use a single engineering environment for a practical and accurate post-accident evaluation.

Keywords: dropped object, hatch cover, damage modelling

Pages: 2 - 8 | DOI: 10.15224/ 978-1-63248-193-1-02

3. TRADING BEHAVIOR OF EACH INVESTOR TYPE REACTION TO SEASON EQUITY OFFERINGS IN THAILAND

Authors: NAREERAT TAECHAPIROONTONG

Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to investigate the trading behavior of three different investor groups around season equity offering (SEO) in Thailand. The evidence shows that individuals are net-buyer while foreigners and institutional investors are net-seller. Further, investors prefer to trade private placement (PO) rather than other SEO types

Keywords: Seasoned Equity Offering (SEO), Event Study, Private Placement (PP), Public Offering (PO), Right Offering (RO), Retails, Foreigner, Institutions

Pages: 10 - 13 | DOI: 10.15224/ 978-1-63248-193-1-04

4. CONTROL MEASUREMENTS OF SEISMIC EFFECTS OF BLASTING WITH AN-FO EXPLOSIVE

Authors: VINKO SKRLEC , ANA PINTERA , SINISA STANKOVIC

Abstract: Blasting is a set of complex actions for which, in addition to proper calculations and methodology, safety is most important factor. Safety and accuracy increase can be determined from previous blasts in similar environments, but even one parameter changes, it is very important to achieve the optimal conditions thru control measurements. The seismic impact of blasting is a very important part when designing a blasting works. The basic parameter on which further activity is based during the calculation is the oscillation velocity. With the increasing expansion of cities and settlements, there is a need for increasingly demanding blasting that takes place near inhabited facilities. To accurately determine the impact and permissible charge weight per delay that will not damage surrounding structures, various control and testing methods are used. To achieve accurate results, we need as many control measurements as possible and thus show that blasting and all accompanying activities can be

Keywords: blast-induced vibrations, charge weight per delay, control measurements, AN-FO explosive

Pages: 14 - 21 | DOI: 10.15224/ 978-1-63248-193-1-05

5. DEVELOPMENT OF AN ANALYTICAL METHOD FOR THE ANALYSIS OF INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER EFFLUENTS

Authors: AGNESA SZARKA , SVETLANA HROUZKOVA

Abstract: A simple and rapid method has been developed using liquid–liquid extraction coupled with gas chromatography–mass spectrometry to extract and determine the organic pollutants in industrial wastewater effluents and treated water samples. Parameters affecting the liquid – liquid extraction performance, such as solvent selection and volume of the sample and the extractive solvent, were studied. Parameters for separation and detection of contaminants were adopted. The developed method was used for the determination of the pollutants in treated industrial water samples.

Keywords: industrial wastewater, , liquid – liquid extraction, GC-MS

Pages: 22 - 23 | DOI: 10.15224/ 978-1-63248-193-1-06

6. MOTIVATIONS OF VIDEO GAME USERS

Authors: A. & SARELA , A. & ZAFEIRAKIS , E.T, KOUTSOUKIS , N-S. & KARGAS

Abstract: This study systematically reviews the literature on the motivations of people who generally play video games. It starts with mainstream theories and, then, delves into the main categories of individual motivations. We conclude that each player is a unique individual that is influenced, motivated and mobilized in different ways

Keywords: videogames, user behavior, motivation theories, motivation categories

Pages: 24 - 29 | DOI: 10.15224/ 978-1-63248-193-1-07

7. EFFECTS OF METALS FROM OIL TO POLLUTED SOIL

Authors: ANCAELENA ELIZA STERPU , MARIUS BANICA , OLGA VALERICA SAPUNARU

Abstract: Oil pollution of extraction areas is an undesirable phenomenon, but is very present, especially in old farms area.In the context in which the depollution of these areas, in Romania, is carried out from public funds, this fact is more and more difficult to achieve. That is why the effect of pollutants on the environment is being analyzed more and more, it often remains that the depollution is done naturally.This material analyzes the effect of metals present in crude oil(Cu, Pb, Zn, Ag, Ni, Mn, As, Cd, V, Cr, S), on the soil affected by a historical accidental pollution in the Moinesti area, Romania. This article presents the results of analyzes performed by metal detection techniques, namely optical emission spectrophotometry with inductive coupled plasma and atomic absorption spectrophotometry. The metals determined in the polluted soil were statistically analyzed regarding the dispersion, standard deviation and coefficient of variation compared to the control sample and compared with

Keywords: metals, oil, pollution, soil

Pages: 30 - 35 | DOI: 10.15224/ 978-1-63248-193-1-08

8. PHYLOSOPY REHABILITATION OF DANUBE CROASING PIPELINES

Authors: MARIUS BANICA , ROBERT VLADESCU

Abstract: After 100 years of exploitation of crude oil deposits in Romania, in 1967, the communist government decides to supply fuel demand by importing crude oil from Iran. The imported crude oil was wanted to be petrochemically processed in two refineries, Arpechim Pitesti and Petrotel Ploiesti. In order to ensure the transport of crude oil from the port of Constanta to the two refineries, a pipe with a diameter of 350 mm was built. As Iran had entered into an embargo and crude oil could no longer be imported from that area, it was decided to import REBCO crude oil (Rusian export blend crude oil). The most difficult stage in the pipeline installation program was the crossing of the Danube. The Danube River and the Borcea Branch had a length of 2km and 1.6 km, respectively, and a depth between 2 m and 8m.Also the speed of the water made it impossible to deposit sand and alluvium on the bottom of the water (which consisted of limestone and stratified sands). The crossing of the Danube river repr

Keywords: Danube, croasing, oil, pipelines

Pages: 36 - 38 | DOI: 10.15224/ 978-1-63248-193-1-09

9. FACTORS THAT DETERMINE THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF PRIVATE UNIVERSITY LETURERS IN MALAYSIA

Authors: ASIF MAHBUB KARIM , PRATAP NAIR

Abstract: Considering the important role of emotional intelligence in determining the performance of professionals in organizations and the need for enhancing teaching effectiveness in the classroom, this study intends to describe the factors that determine the relationship between emotional intelligence and the academic performance of academic staff in private educational institutions in Malaysia. In the current study, investigating emotional intelligence and its relationship with academic performance will add empirical literature to the corpus knowledge of this topic, help the lecturers in understanding more on the importance of soft skills. It will also assist the lecturer in considering the challenges of modern knowledge and, ultimately, improve their performance through effective teaching and learning processes.

Keywords: Emotional Intelligence, Academic Performance, Private University, Relationship.

Pages: 39 - 44 | DOI: 10.15224/ 978-1-63248-193-1-10

10. INFLUENCE OF SERVICE QUALITY FACTORS ON PATIENTS’ SATISFACTION ON PRIVATE DENTAL CLINICS IN KLANG VALLEY, MALAYSIA

Authors: LOGAN NAYAR , MOHAMMAD AKTARUZZAMAN KHAN

Abstract: To ensure the growth of a business, service providers should understand and evaluate the importance of service quality and patients satisfaction. Service quality is understood as the extent to which consumers' pre-consumption expectations of quality are confirmed or disconfirmed by their actual perceptions of the service experience. Patient satisfaction could influence a patient's decision to visit a dentist, schedule and maintain visits, and follow dentist's instructions. The main purpose of this study was to describe the relationship between service quality and patients satisfaction on private dental clinics in Klang Valley, Malaysia. The five SERVQUAL dimensions of service quality were used to observe how patients feel about the service quality and how it can influence patient satisfaction. A set of questionnaire was developed according to the SERVQUAL instrument and distributed using the Google Forms platform. The link to the questionnaire was shared to five (5) private dental clin

Keywords: service quality, patient satisfaction, private dental clinic, SERVQUAL.

Pages: 45 - 50 | DOI: 10.15224/ 978-1-63248-193-1-11

11. BUSINESS PERSPECTIVE OF INNOVATION ECOSYSTEMS

Authors: Csilla Toth, , Leticia Pekk

Abstract: Term of innovation ecosystem might include various types of players in a localized area. The current paper analyzed park-like innovation ecosystems in Hungary with the purpose of defining characteristic pattern from the main business indicators point of view. Thus, the aim of the research is to explore apparent aggregated performance characteristics of ecosystems by empirical examination of different ecosystems. The conclusions reached as a result of the study different patterns identified along the lines of the three indicators of business effectiveness within the ecosystem: the average increase in turnover, the average increase in financial results and the average change in headcount. On one hand, these aggregated indicators are usable to characterize the various group of ecosystems. Additionally, this approach is feasible to describe not only the sustainability of an ecosystem but also offer an attribute on the development strategy. As a result of this research, the outlined quantit

Keywords: innovation ecosystem, business efficiency, ecosystem assessment, ecosystem strategy, technology impact

Pages: 51 - 57 | DOI: 10.15224/ 978-1-63248-193-1-12

12. EYE AND ENVIRONMENT

Authors: Devanshi M. Dalal

Abstract: Eye is our window to the world. Present day pollution and increased use of gadgets due to pandemic condition have affected our eyes to a great extent. Pollution is known to affect eyes adversely. As smart phones have become very handy, screen time of all ages from children to elders have increased. This study is presented on my experiences as an optometrist in the low vision affected by pollution and mobile use.

Keywords: Low vision, Human eye, Smart phone, Pollution, Visual impairment, Eye care

Pages: 8 - 9 | DOI: 10.15224/ 978-1-63248-193-1-03

13. MOTIVATIONS OF VIDEO GAME USERS

Authors: A. & SARELA , A. & ZAFEIRAKIS , E.T, KOUTSOUKIS , P. & KOUZINOU , S. & FAKIOLAS

Abstract: This study systematically reviews the literature on the motivations of people who generally play video games. It starts with mainstream theories and, then, delves into the main categories of individual motivations. We conclude that each player is a unique individual that is influenced, motivated and mobilized in different way

Keywords: videogames, user behavior, motivation theories, motivation categories

Pages: 24 - 29 | DOI: 10.15224/ 978-1-63248-193-1-07