{"results":[{"id":"doaj_10.1051/smdo/2025018","title":"Humanized design strategy of urban public space based on multi-objective optimization algorithm","authors":[{"name":"Wang Qian"}],"abstract":"Current humanistic design of urban public spaces focuses on specific design elements while ignoring the conflicts and couplings between multiple user needs. This leads to spatial strategies stuck in local optima and lacking overall balance and adaptability. This paper constructs a multi-objective optimization model that integrates user preferences, multidimensional spatial indicators, and behavioral simulation. This model collects field data such as heat maps, path trajectories, and dwell time, identifies user types through K-means clustering, and models their spatial preferences using fuzzy membership functions. Design variables are set in Grasshopper; an optimization function is constructed; the optimal solution is searched using NSGA-III. Finally, pedestrian simulation is performed in AnyLogic, and the optimization results are corrected for function deviation to improve the coordination and adaptability of the design. Experimental results show that this strategy framework significantly improves spatial coordination, increasing weighted average satisfaction from 0.61 to 0.81 (+32.8%), reducing safety risks by 30.8% to 63.2%, and increasing interaction promotion by 71.2%. Multi-dimensional indicators verify the effectiveness of the optimization strategy in balancing user needs, alleviating local conflicts, and enhancing spatial adaptability, providing a quantitative basis and practical path for systematically solving the local optimal problem of humanized design of public spaces.","source":"DOAJ","year":2025,"language":"","subjects":["Industrial engineering. Management engineering","Industrial directories"],"doi":"10.1051/smdo/2025018","url":"https://www.ijsmdo.org/articles/smdo/full_html/2025/01/smdo250141/smdo250141.html","is_open_access":true,"published_at":"","score":69},{"id":"doaj_Urban+Flood+Zoning+Using+an+Integrated+Hydrological-Hydraulic+Watershed+Modeling+Approach%2C+Case+Study%3A+Districts+21+and+22+of+Tehran","title":"Urban Flood Zoning Using an Integrated Hydrological-Hydraulic Watershed Modeling Approach, Case Study: Districts 21 and 22 of Tehran","authors":[{"name":"Ali Nasiri"},{"name":"Esmaeil Salimi"},{"name":"Morteza Delfan Azari"},{"name":"Jafar Yazdi"},{"name":"Mohammad Shahsawandi"}],"abstract":"Flood zoning has extensive applications in flood management and is considered one of the fundamental and critical pieces of information in flood risk management. Flood zoning in urban areas is much more challenging than modeling in floodplain and river areas due to the two-dimensional nature of the flow and, on the other hand, the density of urban features such as buildings, streets, boulevards, and public pathways. In this study, flood zoning for districts 21 and 22 of Tehran was conducted under the current conditions, where the area is almost devoid of surface water collection channels, using a physically-based rainfall-runoff model and two-dimensional hydraulic routing which is the novelty aspect of the article. For this purpose, the HEC-HMS model was used to estimate the runoff from the mountains, and the MIKE model was used to simulate urban rainfall-runoff. According to the modeling results, the areas affected by a 50-year flood event were identified using an integrated modeling approach in districts 21 and 22, covering 8% of these areas. In these areas, the maximum flood depth is 11.8 meters in Vardavard river and the highest speed is 4.5 meters per second at the beginning of Hashemzadeh street (south of Kharrazi highway). The results indicate that in the event of extreme events such as a 50-year rainfall, a significant portion of the highways and main communication arteries of Tehran leading westward would be disrupted, and traffic would be impossible. Moreover, various land uses would fall within the flood zone, and due to the absence of a surface water network, waterlogging conditions throughout districts 21 and 22 of Tehran are predictable. Therefore, the development of a surface water collection network is one of the main priorities for reducing flood risk in these areas.","source":"DOAJ","year":2025,"language":"","subjects":["Risk in industry. Risk management","Industrial safety. Industrial accident prevention"],"url":"http://dpmk.ir/article-1-710-en.pdf","pdf_url":"http://dpmk.ir/article-1-710-en.pdf","is_open_access":true,"published_at":"","score":69},{"id":"ss_938f72c92f67b209945e5851d2e827ee7b8c534d","title":"Machine Learning Models for Predictive Maintenance in Industrial Engineering","authors":[{"name":"Charlene Magena"}],"abstract":"Purpose: The general objective of this study was to investigate machine learning models for predictive maintenance in industrial engineering. Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library.Findings: The findings reveal that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to machine learning models for predictive maintenance in industrial engineering. The research highlighted the transformative potential of machine learning models in optimizing predictive maintenance for industrial engineering, demonstrating significant reductions in unplanned downtime and maintenance costs. It identified the strengths of various machine learning approaches, such as supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning, in predicting equipment failures and optimizing maintenance schedules. Despite the benefits, challenges such as data quality, integration complexity, and the need for specialized skills were noted. Future advancements in machine learning, IoT data, and computational power were expected to further enhance predictive maintenance systems, making them more accurate, efficient, and widely adopted across industries.Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The Systems Theory, Diffusion of Innovations Theory and Resource-Based View (RBV) Theory may be used to anchor future studies on machine learning models for predictive maintenance in industrial engineering. This study provided several recommendations that contributed to theory, practice, and policy. It emphasized the development of hybrid machine learning models, integration of domain-specific knowledge, and real-time data collection using IoT technologies. It suggested standardized data protocols and personnel training for better implementation and efficiency. Policy recommendations included regulatory frameworks, incentives for technology adoption, data sharing, and robust data privacy guidelines. These contributions aimed to enhance the accuracy and applicability of predictive maintenance models, improve industrial maintenance practices, and support technological innovation through supportive policies.","source":"Semantic Scholar","year":2024,"language":"en","subjects":null,"doi":"10.47941/ijce.2137","url":"https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/938f72c92f67b209945e5851d2e827ee7b8c534d","pdf_url":"https://carijournals.org/journals/index.php/IJCE/article/download/2137/2525","is_open_access":true,"citations":5,"published_at":"","score":68.15},{"id":"ss_694521577c74d38df87bb52585dcc15f3221b15f","title":"Cyber-Physical Systems and Their Role in Industry 4.0","authors":[{"name":"Eric Mutua"}],"abstract":"Purpose: The general objective of the study was to investigate cyber-physical systems and their role in industry 4.0. Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library. Findings: The findings reveal that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to cyber-physical systems and their role in industry 4.0. Preliminary empirical review revealed that that CPS played a pivotal role in enhancing industrial practices by integrating physical processes with digital technologies. It was found that CPS significantly improved operational efficiency, quality control, and real-time monitoring, while also addressing challenges in supply chain management. The study highlighted how CPS contributed to more agile, responsive, and sustainable manufacturing systems, ultimately positioning industries to better meet future demands and challenges through enhanced efficiency, quality, and environmental sustainability. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Cybernetics Theory, Systems Theory and Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) may be used to anchor future studies on cyber-physical systems. The study recommended several key actions to advance the field of Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS). It suggested further theoretical exploration into the integration of CPS with artificial intelligence and blockchain to drive innovation and address industrial challenges. Practically, it advised industries to invest in advanced CPS infrastructure and workforce training to fully realize the benefits. Policy recommendations included establishing standardized guidelines for CPS implementation and providing incentives for research and development. Operational best practices were recommended to ensure effective CPS deployment, and sustainability initiatives were encouraged to align CPS strategies with environmental goals. Future research was advised to focus on long-term impacts and emerging global issues related to CPS.","source":"Semantic Scholar","year":2024,"language":"en","subjects":null,"doi":"10.47941/jts.2149","url":"https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/694521577c74d38df87bb52585dcc15f3221b15f","pdf_url":"https://carijournals.org/journals/index.php/JTS/article/download/2149/2537","is_open_access":true,"citations":4,"published_at":"","score":68.12},{"id":"ss_3a3170ea8c99d1bc155ae4f8318d57b5c9fd4e61","title":"The incidence and persistence of partnerships in a British industrial city: Glasgow, 1861–81","authors":[{"name":"Graeme Acheson"},{"name":"Eoin McLaughlin"},{"name":"Gill Newton"},{"name":"L. Perriton"}],"abstract":"This paper examines the prevalence of business partnerships in a late‐nineteenth‐century British city, using individual‐level data from post office directories and censuses. Focusing on Glasgow, we present a detailed picture of partnership number and type, demographic characteristics of the entrepreneurs who ran them, and how these businesses persisted over time. We show that partnerships were a key business grouping in the city and demonstrate that the partnership form was advantageous in manufacturing and that the majority of partnerships were formed between individuals without family ties. Furthermore, we offer new insight into business longevity, showing that partnership business survival broadly matched corporate survival rates in this period, with persistence data also suggesting that kinship partnerships were better able to deal with the perceived hold‐up problems associated with the partnership form.","source":"Semantic Scholar","year":2024,"language":"en","subjects":null,"doi":"10.1111/ehr.13356","url":"https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/3a3170ea8c99d1bc155ae4f8318d57b5c9fd4e61","pdf_url":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdfdirect/10.1111/ehr.13356","is_open_access":true,"citations":2,"published_at":"","score":68.06},{"id":"ss_7d0f2cbc6065803b852137586472a7eb29a451a2","title":"Bnaslawa environmental parameters planning modelling","authors":[{"name":"Qarani Shuokr"}],"abstract":"Global warming, climate change, greenhouse gasses, floods, drought years, and desertification have an impact on the environment. Naturally, the environment of Bnaslawa district (Dashti Hawler) in Erbil City-Iraqi Kurdistan region is affected by the global environmental changes. This research focused on the assessment of environmental parameters, planning, and environmental modelling in Bnaslawa district. A series of site visits, interviews, collection of documented data from directories and literature were conducted for data collection. Environmental factors such as wind direction, topography, water sources, soil type, distance, archeology, esthetics, air pollution, noise pollution, and disease spread were selected. The selected points for environmental planning were landfill, gas factory, slaughterhouse, quarry, cemetery, wastewater treatment plant, green area, animal shelters, industrial area, commercial area, institutional area, and service area. The points for the environmental factors were changed from zero (low impact) to 10 (strong/high impact). The ratio of points and twelve mathematical models for the elements were determined. Based on the scoring and mathematical models, wind direction, topography, water sources, archeology, esthetics, air pollution, noise pollution, and disease spread had an excessive impact on the planning and management of environmental parameters. In contrast, soil type and distance had less influence.","source":"Semantic Scholar","year":2024,"language":"en","subjects":null,"doi":"10.5937/ror2401019a","url":"https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/7d0f2cbc6065803b852137586472a7eb29a451a2","pdf_url":"https://doi.org/10.5937/ror2401019a","is_open_access":true,"citations":1,"published_at":"","score":68.03},{"id":"doaj_10.3390/safety10040104","title":"Assessment and Management of Risks from Occupational Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields (0 Hz to 300 GHz): A Compass to Keep the Right Course Through European and Italian Regulations","authors":[{"name":"Laura Filosa"},{"name":"Vanni Lopresto"}],"abstract":"This paper outlines the specific provisions of Italian legislation regarding workers’ exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from 0 Hz to 300 GHz compared to the minimum health and safety requirements set in European Directive 2013/35/EU. In particular, the path to be followed to assess and manage occupational exposure to EMFs is outlined in relation to the distinction between ‘professional’ and ‘non-professional’ exposure of workers, as well as to the precautionary limits regarding exposures from power lines (50 Hz) and broadcast and telecommunication fixed systems (100 kHz–300 GHz) established by Italian regulations. The reasons underlying such an approach—mainly relying on the intent to reconcile scientific evidence with risk perception in public opinion—are analysed and discussed with the aim of increasing the knowledge of national regulatory provisions on occupational risk assessment, which may be more stringent than the requirements envisaged by international guidelines and community regulations.","source":"DOAJ","year":2024,"language":"","subjects":["Industrial safety. Industrial accident prevention","Medicine (General)"],"doi":"10.3390/safety10040104","url":"https://www.mdpi.com/2313-576X/10/4/104","is_open_access":true,"published_at":"","score":68},{"id":"doaj_10.20473/ijosh.v13i1.2024.53-64","title":"Safety Perceptions among Ship-to-Shore (STS) Crane Operators at PT Terminal Teluk Lamong","authors":[{"name":"Sentagi Sesotya  Utami"},{"name":"Winny  Setyonugroho"},{"name":"Moch Zihad  Islami"},{"name":"Iman  Permana"},{"name":"Janatarum  Srihandono"},{"name":"Tipung  Muljoko"}],"abstract":"Introduction: Ship-to-shore (STS) crane operators strive for efficiency in their work, but they must take a hard look at their high-risk jobs. It is necessary to learn how to improve occupational safety and health. This study aims to investigate the problems faced by STS crane operators working in container ports and to understand the importance of fit-for-work monitoring procedures, particularly for individuals working in high-risk industries such as STS operators. Methods: This study used a qualitative approach, and data were collected through interviews and observations of STS operators and in-house clinic staff. Nine STS operators, two in-house clinic staff, and two safety, health, and environment (SHE) staff were interviewed. Results: This study found that container terminal companies emphasise two critical aspects for STS operators: productivity and occupational safety and health. STS operators face health problems, including physical and psychological problems, due to the fast-paced work system, sleep patterns, daily activities, and thoughts that are difficult to control. Employees have coping mechanisms to deal with fatigue, and stakeholders have effectively communicated the company's safety and health culture. Most stakeholders in a container terminal company want a fit-for-work monitoring system to make the business efficient and sustainable. Conclusion: The STS industry faces a significant problem with operator fatigue, which can negatively impact safety and productivity. This issue requires a comprehensive strategy, including legislation to regulate working hours and shift patterns, technology to combat fatigue, and operator education and training.","source":"DOAJ","year":2024,"language":"","subjects":["Industrial safety. Industrial accident prevention","Industrial hygiene. Industrial welfare"],"doi":"10.20473/ijosh.v13i1.2024.53-64","url":"https://e-journal.unair.ac.id/IJOSH/article/view/44369","is_open_access":true,"published_at":"","score":68},{"id":"doaj_10.3390/safety10010009","title":"A Semantic Hybrid Temporal Approach for Detecting Driver Mental Fatigue","authors":[{"name":"Shahzeb Ansari"},{"name":"Haiping Du"},{"name":"Fazel Naghdy"},{"name":"Ayaz Ahmed Hoshu"},{"name":"David Stirling"}],"abstract":"Driver mental fatigue is considered a major factor affecting driver behavior that may result in fatal accidents. Several approaches are addressed in the literature to detect fatigue behavior in a timely manner through either physiological or in-vehicle measurement methods. However, the literature lacks the implementation of hybrid approaches that combine the strength of individual approaches to develop a robust fatigue detection system. In this regard, a hybrid temporal approach is proposed in this paper to detect driver mental fatigue through the combination of driver postural configuration with vehicle longitudinal and lateral behavior on a study sample of 34 diverse participants. A novel fully adaptive symbolic aggregate approximation (\u003ci\u003efaSAX\u003c/i\u003e) algorithm is proposed, which adaptively segments and assigns symbols to the segmented time-variant fatigue patterns according to the discrepancy in postural behavior and vehicle parameters. These multivariate symbols are then combined to prepare the bag of words (text format dataset), which is further processed to generate a semantic report of the driver’s status and vehicle situations. The report is then analyzed by a natural language processing scheme working as a sequence-to-label classifier that detects the driver’s mental state and a possible outcome of the vehicle situation. The ground truth of report formation is validated against measurements of mental fatigue through brain signals. The experimental results show that the proposed hybrid system successfully detects time-variant driver mental fatigue and drowsiness states, along with vehicle situations, with an accuracy of 99.6% compared to state-of-the-art systems. The limitations of the current work and directions for future research are also explored.","source":"DOAJ","year":2024,"language":"","subjects":["Industrial safety. Industrial accident prevention","Medicine (General)"],"doi":"10.3390/safety10010009","url":"https://www.mdpi.com/2313-576X/10/1/9","is_open_access":true,"published_at":"","score":68},{"id":"doaj_10.20473/ijosh.v13i2.2024.222-228","title":"Effect of Covishieldtm (AZD1222) Vaccination on Incidences and Severity of  Covid-19 among Health-Care Workers","authors":[{"name":"Alka  Verma"},{"name":"Amit Goel"},{"name":"Priyank Yadav"},{"name":"Awale Rupali  Bhalchandra"},{"name":"Dheeraj Khetan"},{"name":"Om P Sanjeev"},{"name":"Mallikarjun Gunjiganvi"}],"abstract":"Introduction: Limited information is available regarding effect of vaccination on protection against Covid-19 infections and their severity as well. Objectives: In the present study, we assessed the effect of Covid-19 vaccination on incidences and severity of break through Covid-19 infections. Method: This retrospective study was conducted at a tertiary care center in Northern India during one calendar year, 1st August 2021 to 31st July 2022. The study population included Health-care workers (HCWs) who were treated for Covid 19 infection and had already received at least 1 dose of Covishield TM (AZD1222) Covid-19 vaccine. Results: Out of 1868 health care workers enrolled for the study, 513 contracted Covid-19 infections. Amongst infected HCWs, number of single and double doses of CovishieldTM (AZD1222) recipients were 112 and 401 respectively. Out of the 513 covid positive HCWs, 459 (89.4%) had mild disease, whereas 54 (10.6%) had moderate disease. None of the HCWs developed severe disease and no mortality was noted in either group. Conclusion: In this study, we found that immunization with two doses of CovishieldTM (AZD1222) vaccine was associated with decline in number of cases with moderate or severe Covid-19. Moreover, immunization with even single dose of CovishieldTM (AZD1222) vaccine prevented development of severe disease. Henceforth, it is concluded that although, immunization with CovishieldTM (AZD1222) could not protect all recipients from SARS-Cov-2 infection, it did prevent the progress of disease to severe grades.","source":"DOAJ","year":2024,"language":"","subjects":["Industrial safety. Industrial accident prevention","Industrial hygiene. Industrial welfare"],"doi":"10.20473/ijosh.v13i2.2024.222-228","url":"https://e-journal.unair.ac.id/IJOSH/article/view/45637","is_open_access":true,"published_at":"","score":68},{"id":"doaj_10.3390/safety10010013","title":"Enhancing Patient Safety in Spain: Streamlining Adverse Event Detection in Occupational Healthcare Records","authors":[{"name":"Diego Moya"},{"name":"Rafael Manzanera"},{"name":"Jordi Ortner"},{"name":"Marta Torres"},{"name":"Joan Carles Serfaty"},{"name":"Carme Sauri"},{"name":"Lourdes Jimenez"},{"name":"Jose Joaquin Mira"}],"abstract":"\u003cb\u003eBackground:\u003c/b\u003e Given the lack of previous studies on adverse events (AEs) in the area of occupational healthcare in Spain, it is very important to begin to understand this phenomenon in order to act on it. The objective was to accurately quantify AE occurring in occupational healthcare in MC Mutual during May 2021. \u003cb\u003eMethods:\u003c/b\u003e We conducted a review of a representative random sample of 250 clinical records to identify AEs through an active search audit, focused on the frequency, type, severity, and preventability of these events, categorized using standardized scales. \u003cb\u003eResults:\u003c/b\u003e We detected seven AEs in the sample of clinical records, representing 3% AEs per clinical record, while in the APEAS Spanish Study, they were detected in 10% of patients. The most frequent AE type was postoperative, followed by medication and diagnostic delay. The AEs were of intermediate severity and high severity and with a variable degree of being preventable. \u003cb\u003eConclusions:\u003c/b\u003e The detection of AEs has been useful in the development of projects and action plans such as specific training courses, safety patient newsletters, ambulatory risk maps, and treatment plans framed in the official certification of patient safety. These results should be evaluated in other companies similar to MC Mutual.","source":"DOAJ","year":2024,"language":"","subjects":["Industrial safety. Industrial accident prevention","Medicine (General)"],"doi":"10.3390/safety10010013","url":"https://www.mdpi.com/2313-576X/10/1/13","is_open_access":true,"published_at":"","score":68},{"id":"ss_7ba7b4d217c753f68f5d9ee9dfda43704bf35025","title":"Impact of the Industrial Revolution on Family Structure in Nigeria","authors":[{"name":"Todabi Ajabi"}],"abstract":"Purpose: The study sought to analyze the impacts of industrial revolution on the family structure in Nigeria Methodology: The study adopted a desktop methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library. Findings: The results show that there has been a change of family structure since the pre industrialization era and the post industrialization era. The historical process of industrialization changed the ways in which families were structured and interacted. Family bonding are decreasing and divorce rate is increasing rapidly. These shift not only affected the roles of spouses and parents but also those of children. Industrialization changed gender roles and Enlightenment philosophies that inspired new ideals of equality, personal freedom, and individualism. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The modernization theory, Talcott Parsons’ theory and the classic sociological theory may be used to anchor future studies in the sociology sector. The study results will also benefit other stakeholders such as the policy makers as well as researchers and scholars from different parts of the world. The top management of both public and private industries in the country will also use the study findings to improve families and ensure high and stable performance in all their activities and programs. The study recommends that the adoption of effective social protection development policies in the family structure will help to improve efficiency in their major operations and activities.","source":"Semantic Scholar","year":2023,"language":"en","subjects":null,"doi":"10.47604/ijs.1824","url":"https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/7ba7b4d217c753f68f5d9ee9dfda43704bf35025","pdf_url":"https://www.iprjb.org/journals/index.php/IJS/article/download/1824/1916","is_open_access":true,"citations":1,"published_at":"","score":67.03},{"id":"doaj_10.3390/safety9020034","title":"Traffic Fatalities and Urban Infrastructure: A Spatial Variability Study Using Geographically Weighted Poisson Regression Applied in Cali (Colombia)","authors":[{"name":"Harvy Vivas Pacheco"},{"name":"Diego Rodríguez-Mariaca"},{"name":"Ciro Jaramillo"},{"name":"Andrés Fandiño-Losada"},{"name":"María Isabel Gutiérrez-Martínez"}],"abstract":"The mobility plan and the road infrastructure works implemented, together with the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) connected bus system in its first two phases, generated optimistic expectations about the reduction of lethal crashes in the city. This research studies the relationship between investments in transportation infrastructure in the city and the distribution of traffic fatalities. Although it is not strictly speaking an impact assessment, the approach we propose performs geostatistical contrasts between intervened and non-intervened areas, using a geographically weighted model that attempts to model the spatial variability of the factors associated with the intra-urban road traffic crash rate, controlling for infrastructure interventions and some proxy indicators of urban structure. The findings reveal that fatalities decreased in areas both with and without intervention. Despite the expectation of reducing fatal injuries, the differential effects of the interventions were relatively small. The risk of road traffic crashes was even increased in critical points of the city with recurrent lethal crashes. The effects of road interventions on fatal road traffic crashes in Cali did not correspond to the high social and economic costs involved in the BRT system and the work plan.","source":"DOAJ","year":2023,"language":"","subjects":["Industrial safety. Industrial accident prevention","Medicine (General)"],"doi":"10.3390/safety9020034","url":"https://www.mdpi.com/2313-576X/9/2/34","is_open_access":true,"published_at":"","score":67},{"id":"doaj_10.3390/safety9040085","title":"Chronic Sufferers and Environmental Conditions","authors":[{"name":"Sotiria Vrouva"},{"name":"Varvara Sopidou"},{"name":"Emmanouil Sifakis"},{"name":"Ilias Ntoulaveris"},{"name":"Georgios Papamarkos"},{"name":"Gesthimani Tse"},{"name":"Konstantinos Chanopoulos"},{"name":"George Koumantakis"}],"abstract":"Environmental conditions are associated with the onset of pain or the recurrence of symptoms of chronic sufferers either with musculoskeletal pathologies or neurological diseases. Recent research has indicated that physiotherapy also appears to be helpful in dealing with the symptoms of climate change. The purpose of this study was to investigate how temperature and precipitation are associated with referrals for physical therapy. All the data were collected retrospectively for three years, 2020–2022. A total of 2164 referrals were studied, 78% of which were female cases. Our results highlighted that (a) referrals with musculoskeletal problems are associated with the weather indicators of temperature and precipitation, (b) this relation was found to be stronger for females, and (c) there were slightly differentiated trends between them and those with neurological problems. These results suggest that low temperatures and high precipitation are strongly associated with increased referrals for chronic musculoskeletal pain and that females are more vulnerable to precipitation. Moreover, the increased number of referrals with chronic neurological problems was found to be associated with extreme temperatures. Considering these findings, rehabilitation centers and healthcare systems have the opportunity to immediately provide reliable and qualitative services, guided always by the safety and maximum relief of chronic sufferers.","source":"DOAJ","year":2023,"language":"","subjects":["Industrial safety. Industrial accident prevention","Medicine (General)"],"doi":"10.3390/safety9040085","url":"https://www.mdpi.com/2313-576X/9/4/85","is_open_access":true,"published_at":"","score":67},{"id":"ss_f0857a226f22e991050eed0b7dc9abb92d5ed86d","title":"The Trees of the Forest: Uncovering Small-Scale Producers in an Industrial District, 1781–1851","authors":[{"name":"J. Lane"}],"abstract":"This article uses trade directories and notifications in the London Gazette to reconstruct the Potteries industrial district at the firm level for 1781 to 1851, a dynamic period of growth for a knowledge-intensive industry. It cuts across the organizational spectrum of the district in terms of the scale and scope of firms traditionally examined by including both the larger lead-firms and the smaller firms for which limited or no business records survive. It addresses difficulties associated with analysis of early clusters before the late nineteenth century. Directories offer a consistent series of records that, when cross-referenced with the Gazette and local newspapers, allow for detailed examination of firm behavior and the structure of the district during a formative growth period. Analysis highlights patterns of cooperative competition in an industry in which tacit knowledge played a crucial role as a source of competitive advantage, raises questions for future research, and provides an empirical base on which to consider further investigation of the trees that made up the forest.","source":"Semantic Scholar","year":2022,"language":"en","subjects":null,"doi":"10.1017/eso.2022.7","url":"https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/f0857a226f22e991050eed0b7dc9abb92d5ed86d","pdf_url":"https://www.cambridge.org/core/services/aop-cambridge-core/content/view/5EF1DC7F3599157CF0554BADA178B948/S1467222722000076a.pdf/div-class-title-the-trees-of-the-forest-uncovering-small-scale-producers-in-an-industrial-district-1781-1851-div.pdf","is_open_access":true,"citations":2,"published_at":"","score":66.06},{"id":"doaj_10.23947/2541-9129-2022-2-76-83","title":"Determination of mechanical properties of sintered dispersion-strengthened iron-based alloys depending on sintering conditions","authors":[{"name":"M. S. Egorov"},{"name":"R. V. Egorova"}],"abstract":"Introduction. The problem of creating new sintered materials is now in the center of attention of the entire domestic community in the field of powder metallurgy. Today, when creating a new class of structural materials, first of all, it is worth paying attention to their strength properties. The article considers technological features in the formation of highquality interparticle splicing of dispersion-strengthened materials. High-quality splicing is primarily determined by the mechanical properties of the alloys, which show the degree of its completeness during sintering. Depending on the density of the materials, the sintering temperature and the percentage of carbon that is introduced into the charge, the mechanical properties of the material also change. The determination of these properties is the main task of the research.Problem Statement. To determine the strength and plastic characteristics of the materials under consideration, it is necessary to analyze how these characteristics are affected by free carbon introduced into the charge. Determination of mechanical properties will allow us to recommend an alloy with the best characteristics for further research.Theoretical Part. As a theoretical description, the processes of sintering of dispersion-strengthened alloys, carbon homogenization, and the effect of compaction density and pressure on the mechanical properties of alloys are given.Conclusions. The obtained mechanical properties show that the addition of 0.8% carbon is sufficient to achieve high strength characteristics. However, the addition of carbon by 20-30% reduces the plastic characteristics of the alloys. The results obtained in this work will help to recommend the material for the manufacture of products with high performance properties.","source":"DOAJ","year":2022,"language":"","subjects":["Industrial safety. 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