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- PublicationCreative Cultural Ceramic Products Design Development: A Case Study Of Consumer Perception At Beijing Palace Museum(2025-01)This research analyzed consumers' perceptions of ceramic cultural creative products at the beijing palace museum using detailed questionnaire data. Based on the design stance of innovative ceramic products in the cultural creative product store of the beijing palace museum, the analysis of the appearance and function of ceramic cultural creative products, and new strategies for the design and development of ceramic cultural creative products, this study intuitively understands the development status of "cultural and creative products". Through an extensive collection of consumer perception questionnaires, this study identified several shortcomings in designing ceramic cultural creative relics at the beijing palace museum. To design ceramic cultural creative products that better meet consumer needs, this study has developed objective criteria for consumers' decision-making on the appearance and functionality of cultural innovative ceramic products from the beijing palace museum. The factors that need to be considered in designing and developing ceramic cultural creative products at the beijing palace museum were analyzed.
- PublicationThe Relationship Between English Teachers’ Knowledge, Attitude, And Practices, And Integration Of Sustainable Development Goals In Senior High School English Teaching In Shanxi, China(2025-01)English teachers play a key role in fostering students’ understanding and awareness of sustainable development issues. However, the way teachers implement sdgs in the classroom, and the relationship between their knowledge, attitude, and actual teaching practices, has not been thoroughly investigated. To address this research gap, the present study examines the relationship between english teachers’ knowledge, attitude, and practices concerning the integration of sdgs into english teaching at senior high schools in shanxi province and explores the impact of these factors on teaching behavior. This study underscores the significance of the knowledge, attitude, and practice (kap) model in analyzing english teachers’ integration of sdgs into their teaching practices. The kap model provides a framework for understanding how teachers’ knowledge of sdgs influences their attitude and how these attitudes, in turn, shape their teaching behaviors. This study adopted a mixed-methods research approach, combining quantitative questionnaires with qualitative interviews and classroom observations, surveying english teachers in public high schools across shanxi province. The results indicate that english teachers possess a high level of sdgs knowledge, a medium level of attitude, and a low level of practice.
- PublicationTransformational Leadership, Dynamic Capability And Sustainable Performance: Empirical Evidence From Large-Scale Manufacturing Enterprises In China(2025-02)Excellent leadership can assist large-scale manufacturing industries in adjusting resource allocation, enhancing competitiveness, and achieving sustainable performance. In the context of the double carbon goals, the development of china's manufacturing industry faces increasingly complex challenges. However, there remains a lack of research on the impact of different combinations of leadership styles on the sustainable performance of large-scale manufacturing industries, particularly within the backdrop of a manufacturing powerhouse like china. To this end, this study developed a theoretical framework by integrating transformational leadership, sustainable leadership, managerial tie, dynamic capability and sustainable performance based on resource-based view, theory of dynamic capability, and social network theory. The model underwent evaluation utilizing partial least squares-structural equation modeling (pls-sem) with a sample of 606 large-scale manufacturing enterprises in china. Four significant discoveries emerge from the analysis.
- PublicationMotion Planning Of Differential Drive Mobile Robot By Circular Arc And Spiral Arc Trajectories(2025-01)In today’s world, mobile robots are essential tools capable of moving from one location to another. Motion planning, a critical task for these robots, has garnered extensive attention, particularly in sensor-based applications. However, robots that do not rely on sensor data pose significant research challenges, as continuously adjusting their movements to follow a predefined path becomes difficult. This work focuses on employing computer-aided geometric design (cagd) for sensorless motion planning as an effective curve computation technique. In this study, we present a sensorless motion planning method for differential drive mobile robots (ddmrs), considering scenarios where the start point, endpoint, and initial direction are known. Ddmrsare widely used in various applications due to their reliability and ease of use. They achieve mobility by distributing velocity between their left and right wheels, determined by the curvature value. Our study outlines a method for constructing and connecting arcs between points, focusing on two types of arcs which are circular arcs and clothoids. Circular arcs are defined by parametric equations describing their circular form, while clothoids are characterized through fresnel integrals.
- PublicationThe Development And Effectiveness Of The Lwpbl Module Towards Motivation, Self-Efficacy And, Literature And Writing Achievement Among Higher Vocational College Students In China(2025-01)As a critical component of higher education institutions, college chinese course in higher vocational colleges still adopt traditional teaching methods, which makes students lack motivation and self-efficacy, and their literature and writing (lw) achievement is poor. Therefore, this study aims to develop a literature and writing problem-based learning (lwpbl) module and to investigate its effectiveness towards motivation, self-efficacy, and lw achievement among higher vocational students in china. Constructivist learning theory and situated learning theory provide a comprehensive theoretical framework for this study. A quasi-experimental design incorporating pre-test and post-test was used with students who were divided into two groups of classes, the lwpbl module (70 students) and the lw module (70 students). The addie model and pbl model were utilized to design and develop the lwpbl module. The result revealed a significant difference between the control and experimental groups in the post-test and between the experimental groups in the pre-test and post-test for motivation, self-efficacy, and lw achievement.
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- PublicationA Study Of Flow Characteristics Along The Hydraulic Physical Model Of Kenyir Dam Spillway(2021-08-01)Water flowing over a spillway has a very high kinetic energy because of the conversion of the entire potential energy to the kinetic energy. This circumstance will result in damage or significant erosion at the toes of the spillways, the weir bed, and downstream of a river. To solve this problem, the water flow velocity must be minimised. Physical modelling was implemented to this conundrum in order to modify the current energy dissipating structure, the stilling basin, to enhance energy dissipation as much as achievable by downstream velocity reduction. The baffles blocks were adopted as the modification in this study because they are widely used to stabilise the jumps, shorten its length, and maximise energy dissipation. A selection of baffle arrangements was evaluated by positioning them in the stilling basin's mid-span to identify the most effective outcome in minimising downstream velocity. From the findings, it is clearly shown arrangement of baffles blocks at the stilling basin impacts velocity reduction at various discharge cases. The formation of cross-waves was also assessed at the discharge channel at every discharge value with its relative distance from the sump and the width of the channel prior to the site. For discharge situations of 70.0 L/s and 100.0 L/s, modifications to the Type II stilling basin were recommended. Furthermore, constriction, expansion, or curvature should be avoided in chute spillways identical to the Kenyir Dam spillway to limit cross-wave generation and other unfavourable flow behaviours.
- PublicationSolidification/stabilization of mine tailing using biopolymer(2024-08-01)This study dives into the essential topic of stabilising and hardening mine tailings with biopolymers to reduce environmental damage and improve sustainability. The study will look into the effectiveness of biopolymers, specifically chitosan, in increasing the stability and hydraulic properties of mine tailings. Various analytical techniques, including XRD, XRF, and SEM, will be used to investigate the physiochemical parameters of the treated tailings. Mechanical tests, such as unconfined compressive strength and direct shear box testing, will be performed to evaluate the improvements in mechanical properties. The research aims to make the stabilisation process more cost-effective and environmentally friendly. This study aims to contribute to the development of efficient and long-term mine tailings management techniques by investigating novel methods and procedures customised to the soil type. Several laboratory tests were done to study the interaction between chitosan and mine tailings, with the goal of optimising chitosan's application for cost-effective and long-term stabilisation solutions. However, higher chitosan concentrations may reduce soil shear strength, emphasising the need of optimising chitosan content and mixing procedures. The study concludes that, while chitosan can stabilise mining tailings, cautious concentration and mixing techniques are required to minimise unwanted consequences. More research is needed to improve chitosan application procedures and assess longterm stability under a variety of environmental conditions.
- PublicationMeasurement of ac and dc magnetic characterization of electrical steels(2010-04-01)This project basically is to measure the AC and DC magnetic characteristics of electrical steels used in electrical machines. The measurement of the BH curve and iron loss characteristics of electrical steels is implemented based on tests on cores done at several different primary current levels and supply’s frequencies. For measurement of AC magnetic characterization, Wien-bridge oscillator and push-pull amplifier are used as the AC supply with variable frequency and magnitude. An integrator circuit is designed to measure the B-H characteristics of electrical steels and the output of measurement is shown on oscilloscope. The B-H loop of electrical steel represents the relationship between its magnetic flux density, B as a function of the magnetic field intensity, H. The hysteresis loop is plotted and the relationship between magnetic flux density, B and magnetic field intensity, H is discussed. The corresponding relative permeability, μr is obtained.
- PublicationModelling of knowledge and conspiracy beliefs on childhood vaccine hesitancy among parents in Kelantan using Malay validated questionnaires(2024-06)Background: Globally, childhood vaccine hesitancy remains a significant public health concern. Knowledge is well-known influence on the parental’s vaccination decision. Additionally, in light of COVID-19 pandemic, vaccine conspiracies theories worsen the hesitancy. However, local studies looking on this relationship towards vaccine hesitancy using Malay language validated tools were scarce. Objectives: This study aimed, firstly to translate and validate One-dimensional Knowledge scale (OKS), Vaccine Conspiracy Beliefs scale (VCBS) and Modified Vaccine Hesitancy scale (MVHS) into Malay language and secondly, to model relationship of demographic variables, knowledge, and conspiracy belief on childhood vaccine hesitancy among parents in Kelantan using structural equation modelling. Methodology: This was a cross-sectional study conducted in two phases. Phase I, involved translation of the OKS, VCBS and MVHS into Malay version, from April 2023 till June 2023. The scales were translated into Malay based on established guidelines. Content and face validity were assessed involving six expert panels and 10 parents respectively. The data was analysed using Microsoft Excel 365. Then, Phase II was continued between July 2023 till March 2024 involving 270 parents with children aged ≤ 7 years. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) was used to ensure the scales used were valid and reliable to measure the study variables, then, structural equation modelling (SEM) was performed to determine the relationship between variables. Test-retest reliability was determined to ensure stability of newly translated scales. Data was analysed using IBM SPSS version 26 and Mplus version 8. Results: Phase 1, the M-OKS, M-VCBS and M-MVHS achieved recommended scores of ≥ 0.83 for item indices and scale indices for content and face validity indices. Phase II, the measurement model of M-OKS, consist of unidimensional 10-items demonstrated good model fit (CFI= 0.976, TLI= 0.969, RMSEA (90%CI) = 0.053 (0.030, 0.074), WRMR = 0.877). The 8-item of M-VCBS with correlated items showed good model fit (CFI= 0.977, TLI= 0.967, RMSEA (90% CI) = 0.053 (0.020, 0.082), SRMR = 0.028). The 9-item of M-MVHS consist of two domain “Lack of confidence” and “Risk perception” incorporating correlated items achieved good model fitness (CFI= 0.970, TLI= 0.957, RMSEA (90% CI) = 0.057 (0.031, 0.082), SRMR= 0.031). Composite reliability for M-OKS, M-VCBS and M-MVHS ranged from 0.741 to 0.935 and AVE values of ≥ 0.5, indicating all scales demonstrated good convergent validity. The test-retest reliability, measured by the Intra-class Correlation Coefficient (ICC) ranged from 0.730 to 0.854, indicating good stability for all scales. The final structural model consist of ten hypotheses exhibits good model fit based on the fit indices (CFI= 0.961, TLI= 0.954, RMSEA (90% CI) = 0.040 (0.032, 0.053), SRMR= 0.043). Several indirect relationships were identified between pathways towards vaccine hesitancy. Conclusion: This study provides valid and reliable Malay-language tools to measure knowledge and conspiracy beliefs on childhood vaccine hesitancy among parents in Kelantan. The present study demonstrated the significant relationship of knowledge and conspiracy beliefs on parental vaccination decision, offering valuable insights for public health authorities and policy maker to devise targeted strategies in increasing vaccination uptake.
- PublicationKnowledge, attitude and practice of venous thromboembolism prophylaxis among doctors and nurses in a tertiary teaching Hospital in Kelantan(2022)Background: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a leading cause of preventable hospital mortality. It is important for healthcare providers to understand the importance of VTE prophylaxis as it may reduce the burden of this disease. Objective: Assessment of knowledge, attitude and practice among doctors and nurses in Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from May to August 2022 at Hospital USM, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia. Data was collected using online validated questionnaires administered to doctors and nurses via WhatsApp and e-mail. The data was analysed by using SPSS software version 26. Results: The study was participated by 331 doctors and nurses. Good level of knowledge, attitude and practice of VTE were 92.4%, 78.5% and 78.5% respectively. Respondents from Internal Medicine, General surgery and Orthopaedics departments showed significant association with good knowledge and attitude. There are significant association between a working duration of more than 10 years and education level with good practice. Fear of bleeding was the most common practice barriers perceived by respondents (83.7%) in providing VTE prophylaxis. Conclusion: The results of this study show a good level of knowledge, attitude and practice among doctors and nurses regarding the implementation of VTE prevention. Education based on VTE and its prevention needs to be introduced to doctors and nurses. In addition, the formation of hospital policies will help doctors and nurses to be more sensitive about this issue