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Volume 76, Issue 6, Jun. 2020

DEBYE TEMPERATURE AND SURFACE TENSION ACOUSTICAL STUDIES IN O-ANISIDINE AND AMYL ACETATE AT FOUR DIFFERENT TEMPERATURES T=(303.15,308.15,313.15 AND 318.15)K

Volume 76, Jun 2020
doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2020.6.2

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Abstract: Debye temperature and Surface tension studies are estimated for liquid mixtures of Oanisidine and Amyl acetate over entire molefraction range of O-anisidine at different temperatures T=(303.15,308.15,313.15 and 318.15)K. Debye temperature analogy along with the Viscosity and Surface Tension variations are scrutinized to bring out the molecular contribution to thermal energy changes of binary liquid mixtures. The observed and obtained results are used to explain thermal behaviour and molecular association between the component molecules of liquid mixtures.

Author(s): M. SRILAKSHMI, K. NARENDRA, SK. FAKRUDDIN BABAVALI, J. CHANDRA RAO, A. RATNAKAR


SHOULD THE FOOTBALL LEAGUES START IN THE SHADOW OF COVID-19? PANDEMIC POLICIES OF NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL SPORTS ORGANIZATIONS

Volume 76, Jun 2020
doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2020.6.6

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Abstract: With the emergence of Covid-19 disease in Wuhan, Hubei province of China in December 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) began to monitor the process very closely. As a result of the spread of the disease in many different countries, the WHO declared Covid-19 disease as “Pandemic” on 11 March 2020. Preventive measures have come into prominence as the cure of the disease has not found yet. In countries where the Covid-19 outbreak is detected, the regulations implemented by the governments within the scope of the measure are of vital importance for the sports community and sportive stakeholders including international and national institutions that direct countries’ sports organizations. The aim of this study is to evaluate the decisions taken and the regulations implemented by international and national football institutions, and opinions about possible scenarios within the scope of the football pandemic policy within the Covid-19 pandemic process that will affect the future of football. Qualitative patterns were used as the research method. As a result of the research, it was determined that football organizations had to between economy and athlete health.

Author(s): Tayfun Sirin, F. Pervin Bilir, Fahri Eryılmaz, Yeliz Eratli Sirin


A TECHNICAL AND ECONOMIC EVALUATION OF RENEWABLE ENERGY IN THE SAHARA: A CASE STUDY OF ADRAR, ALGERIA

Volume 76, Jun 2020
doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2020.6.3

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Abstract: During the last few years, political support for renewable energies has been growing continuously both at the national and international levels. Algeria is perfectly placed to play a leading role in the lucrative future of solar and wind power energies. Nowadays a growing number of people in the south of Algeria are using renewable energy to irrigate their land, light their houses pump well water and then improve their lives. Off-grid hybrid energy systems (HES) have become more cost-effective and reliable than single-source systems for the electrification of rural areas. This paper presents a technical and economic analysis of a wind/PV hybrid system for a 40 rural houses in the site of Southern Algeria (Adrar). From economic analysis, it was found that wind/PV hybrid system’s unit cost of electrical energy in Adrar with 12% yearly discount is 0.6 $/kWh. The results show that the wind/PV hybrid system is the most suitable solution for such application. They also demonstrate that this combination (wind and PV) generate a considerable amounts of energy all while being very cost effective.

Author(s): Hammaoui Kelthoum, Hamouda Messaoud, Touahri Tahar


BYPRODUCTS IN RABBIT FOOD:\r\nCASE OF DETOXIFIED APRICOT KERNEL MEAL

Volume 76, Jun 2020
doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2020.6.8

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Abstract: The aim of this study was to determine the effects of including detoxified apricot kernel meal as a substitute for soybean meal on the fattening of local rabbits.One hundred and twenty (120) "white population" rabbits, weaned at 33 days, were randomly assigned to 4 groups of 30 animals. The rabbits in each group were identified and caged at 6 rabbits per cage, and fed at a substitution rate of 0; 30; 40 and 60% for soybean meal with apricot kernel meal. The weights at 77 days and the ADG 33-77 days are similar (p>0.05). The slaughter parameters and carcass characteristics were not affected by any treatments. The meat protein level of the 60% group has improved significantly (22.5 vs 19.8%) as has the fat level (12 vs 10.1%). As a result, the 60% group has reduced the total feed cost by 38% and has made an economy of 26.65 DZD for each kg of feed. In this way, the relative economic efficiency increases with the substitution rate of soy meal by detoxified kernel meal. The kernel meal by-product of industry processing of apricots has given satisfactory results in rabbit fattening and it would be more judicious to use higher incorporation rates to evaluate the optimal incorporation level.

Author(s): Lamya Ouzzir, Fodil Arbouche, Arbouche Yasmine


GENDER OF THE RING IN KICKBOX: TURKEY SAMPLE

Volume 76, Jun 2020
doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2020.6.7

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Abstract: In the present research, how the ring culture in kickboxing is produced on the basis of the gender regime will be analyzed with a qualitative research approach. The data of the study were collected through in-depth individual interviews with 4 female and 4 male national athletes determined by criterion sampling method. The data were analyzed with thematic analysis method. According to the findings of the research, certain values that constitute the culture of the ring such as being in the ring, the totem of the ring, knocking out, and being knocked out have similar meanings for all athletes. On the other hand, the gendering of certain practices in the ring causes different experiences for female and male athletes. As a result, values and practices such as patriarchal gender relations, sexism, hegemonic masculinity, and normative femininity, and the gendering of the body are prominent in the gender regime of kickboxing.

Author(s): Irem Kavasoglu, Abdullah Kaplan, I. Fatih Yenel


VALIDATION OF THE COMPREHENSIVE INVENTORY OF DESIRABLE RESPONDING (CIDR)

Volume 76, Jun 2020
doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2020.6.9

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Abstract: The study aimed to determine the factor structure and to established psychometric properties of the Comprehensive Inventory of Desirable Responding (CIDR) for Pakistani population. Two independent studies were carried out. The sample of the first study included 290 students (Mean age =19.78, SD =1.65) consisting of 43.8% males. The sample of the second study constituted 544 students (Mean age =18.59, SD = 2.11) including 46% males. The sample age ranged from 17 to 25 years recruited from both public and private institutes. After collecting the data, results were compiled and analyses were conducted on the data using SPSS 21 and AMOS 21. In study 1, exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was conducted to determine the factor structure of CIDR. In study 2, the factor structure emerging from EFA was confirmed using confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). EFA results showed four factors solution and explained 21.46 % variance with factor loading ranging from λ=. 30 to λ=.63. In study 2, factor loading of items on all four factors ranged from λ=. 20 to λ=.55 and with excellent fit indices (χ2 (525) =545.507; CFI=.989, TLI=.987, IFI=.990, RMSEA=.008), the factor structure was confirmed. Reliabilities of final validated scale ranged α = .60 to .68 and correlations among factors ranged from .16 to .52. The results supported the factor structure with four subscales measuring different aspects of social desirability. Results of the present study supported the presence of self-deception (denial & enhancement) and impression management (agentic & communal) as meaningful and valid components of desirable responding. However, the process and content level were not confirmed.

Author(s): Syeda Rubab Aftab, Jamil A. Malik


GREENHOUSE CROPS IN BISKRA (ALGERIA) SITUATION CONSTRAINTS AND PRODUCERS STRATEGIES (MZIRAA AND EL-GHROUS REGIONS)

Volume 76, Jun 2020
doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2020.6.4

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Abstract: Greenhouse production technique presents a very important development in Biskra region (Ziban), as it has created a new socio-economic dynamic and generates a financial capital for farmers. This technique does not perform well enough, comparing to the many encouraging opportunities that could be exploited. The present study aims essentially to determine the current state and the socio-economic dynamics created by this production sector, to highlight the various constraints hindering its development and to denounce the farmers strategies implemented by mobilizing their knowledge and experience to solve these problems. The work is based on a field survey of 50 farms in the two study communes (M\'ziraa and El-Ghrous), in addition to interviews with specialists and agricultural institutions. The results obtained confirm that this technique is satisfactory for production in quality and quantity terms, but it is still far from the objectives set and the recommended standards. The situation is explained by a combination and sequencing of several technical, socio-economic and natural constraints.

Author(s): Aidat Toufik, Benziouche Salah Eddine


Prevalence of Mental Health Problems among Young Children and Perceived Barriers to Receiving Mental Health Care

Volume 76, Jun 2020
doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2020.6.5

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Abstract: Adolescents frequently experience mental health problems and tend to seek help. The present study aimed to measure the prevalence of mental health problems among young children and to identify the perceived barriers to receive mental health care. Study was conducted among Govt. high school students in city Rawalpindi. Sample was comprised of 300 students, aged between 13 to16. DASS-21 questionnaire was used to assess mental health problems of adolescents. Structure interview was conducted with school principal in order to identify the perceived barriers in receiving mental health care and treatment. Results exposed that a significant proportion of the students were found to be having mental health problems. 41% of examined population had depression symptoms, 32% exposed symptoms of anxiety and 27% of the population had symptoms of stress. Further findings revealed that one of the most significant barrier is parents� behaviour and lack of awareness. Parents are not willing to accept or to talk with teacher, school management and other person regarding the mental health of their children. The second most prominent barrier is the absence of mental health policy. While the third one is financial. Parents cannot afford to consult with psychiatric about the mental health of their children. It is strongly recommended that parents need to be aware the consequences of poor mental health of their children and seek mental health services. Moreover mental health policies should be initiated and implemented at national level to ensure children�s mental health care.

Author(s): Qaisara parveen

DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF ONTOLOGY WIRELESS SENSOR NETWORKS USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Volume 76, Jun 2020
doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2020.6.1

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Abstract: In recent years a lot of attention is received by the wireless communicating system by using Artificial Intelligence. In this paper, mainly discuss about the artificial intelligence of wireless sensor network (WSN) in physical layer and proposing a two-step transmission approach for improving the security rate with channel state information. It was addressing the security related issues. The main aim of this proposed system is to reduce the deployment key materials for improving the current security protocols. Further, it discusses about the implementation and design of the wireless network. The security challenge is occurring in the WSNs, so it is very critical to take the communication path between sensor nodes. In this paper proposing a new technique is Ontology based wireless sensor network, for the transportation of security sensor network. This technique works based on the cooperation of all the sensor nodes for avoiding the distribution of KEY and increases the system security. From simulation results it can be observed that the proposed system gives effective output.

Author(s): K. MOHAN RAM, P. Suneel Kumar, B. Malleswari


THE IMPACT OF PATERNALISTIC LEADERSHIP, MANAGEMENT INNOVATION, AND PSYCHOLOGICAL OWNERSHIP ON CREATIVITY PERFORMANCE

Volume 76, Jun 2020
doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2020.6.10

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Abstract: This study focused on investigating the relationship between paternalistic leadership, management innovation, psychological ownership, and creativity performance. In addition, it aimed to provide recommendations based on results. In this empirical study, the data on perceptions concerning paternalistic leadership, management innovation, psychological ownership, and creativity performance were gathered by means of a questionnaire completed by 119 school vice principals and 94 school principals, all employed in schools in Artvin, Turkey. The data was analyzed with the SmartPLS software and results were presented in tables. The findings showed that paternalistic leadership and management innovation has a positive impact on psychological ownership. The results also revealed that management innovation and psychological ownership have a positive impact on creativity performance.

Author(s): Fikret Sozbilir