Paper Type	::	Research Paper
Title	::	Laboratory Information Management System: A Case Of Family Aids Care And Educational Services (Faces)
Country	::	Kenya
Authors	::	Kwama Leonard Ogweno ||, 2Otieno Benard Otieno ||, Ratemo Makiya Cyprian
Page No.	::	01-12
	::	10.9790/3021-041020112
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		3021-0410-0212

The role of information management system is crucial in organizations since its elements can substantially be found in any organization, small or big. Family Aids Care and Educations Services- FACES being a care provision organization to patients living with HIV/ AIDS is no exception. FACES was incepted in 2004 and was operational in one facility with a staff base of about a dozen people. But this has since increased many folds due to patients increasingly seeking its services. FACES has rapidly expanded its services to the entire Nyanza province in the last few years, with an increased staff base of over 700 people. Currently, the organization is serving over 100,000 patients. This huge number of patients translates to more work, especially in the laboratory department where samples are drawn and tested to aid clinical decision. Such tests include CD4 counts, PCR, and Cretinine. FACES laboratory department faces major handicap in collection and dissemination of tests and test results. This study is intended not only to improve service delivery at the lab but also make it easier for the department to generate their periodic reports with ease. The key objective of this project was to design, develop and test a working prototype of a laboratory information system. This was achieved by initially obtaining primary data and information from the potential systems consumers through oral interviews and observation, which was analyzed and the problem statement evaluated to realize the viability of a new system. The above methods are preferred since they provide more insights to the information workflow and users' requirement since the success of any system is in its usability. The data gathered at the lab formed the basis of key functionalities of the proposed system, though additional materials gathered from other secondary sources during literature review were also introduced so as to improve the overall quality of the system and to ensure it adhered to the best development practices. Waterfall methodology was preferred, using the collected information to build the new prototype, which was expected to satisfy users' requirements as well as the objectives set earlier

Paper Type	::	Research Paper
Title	::	Two Monotone Process Repair Model for a two Component Cold Standby Repairable System with Priority in use
Country	::	India
Authors	::	Dr.A.Janaki Ram, ||, Dr.B.Venkata Ramudu
Page No.	::	13-18
	::	10.9790/3021-041021318
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		3021-0410-0218

This paper apples the geometric process repair model to a two-component cold standby repairable system with one repairman. Now it may be assumed that the component 2 after repair is ""as good as new‟‟ while component 1 follows the geometric process repair, but component 1 has priority in use and assumed that each component after repair is not ""as good as new‟‟. Under these assumptions, by using two monotone processes, we studied a replacement policy N based on the number of repairs of component 1. The problem is to determine an optimal replacement policy N* such that the long-run expected reward per unit time is minimized.

 

Keywords: Monotone processes, Replacement policy N, alpha series process, geometric process, Renewal theorem, stochastic process.

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[5] Kijima,M., "Some Results for Repairable systems with General Repair ", Journal of Applied probability, Vol. 26, pp .89-102,1989.

Paper Type	::	Research Paper
Title	::	Reducing The Effect Of Dispersion Resulting From The Introduction Of Wave Length Division Multiplex (WDM) Due To External Pressure In Optical Network
Country	::	Nigeria
Authors	::	C.O. Ezeagwu ||, I.C. Oshuoha ||, J.Eke;4G.N.Onoh
Page No.	::	19-24
	::	10.9790/3021-041021924
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		3021-0410-0224

Dispersion decreases the bandwidth carrying-capacity of the reliable transmission medium of fibre optics with all its advantages over other orthodox media of copper, coaxial etc .It is inherent in the wave length method integrated into the system, to enable long haulage of modulated signal for propagation. It is a cost effective means of increasing the capacity of long haulage optical transmission system, however it limits the rate at which the intelligent signal can be received through the channel at the required bit error rate (BER). Pressure is a catalyst that facilitates the broadening of signals at the receiver. The utilisation of Guassian Minimum Shift Keying (GMSK) simulation factors are the gear system employed in resolving the problems of dispersion, attenuation bending losses etc Poor installation of optic fibre network system equally gives room for external pressure and temperature effect on the fibre

[1] Carmina, R.C and Paloma, R.H; Escuela Politecnica Superior, Universidad San Pablo CEU, ETSIT, Universidad Politecnica de Madrid.
[2] Gerl Keiser, Optical Fibre Communications 3RD edition, Mcgraw-Hill International editions 2000.
[3] Gildas Chauvel, "Dispersion in Optical Fibres", Anritsu paper, 2010.
[4] John, O' Carrol, Ph.D thesis Faculty of Engineering and Cmputing, School of Electronic Engineering, Jan. 2013.

Paper Type	::	Research Paper
Title	::	Failure of Synchronization In A Manual Gearbox
Country	::	Slovakia
Authors	::	H. Szöky ||, J. Murin ||, V. Goga
Page No.	::	25-30
	::	10.9790/3021-041022530
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The synchronization of each gear will be explained and the problem that can occur if synchronization is not working in the right way. Scratching happens if the synchronization fails. How the sleeve chamfer, the gear piece angle and the tip radius have to be to avoid scratching will be explained. The transmission can then pass all the cold chamber tests with these improvements. Many other counter measurement ideas are described and investigated.

 

Keywords:- synchronization, synchronization failure, scratching, angle of synchronization parts, countermeasure scratching, vehicle test, work bench test, cold chamber test

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[4] Neudörfer, S., 2008. Thermomechanische Einflüsse auf die Tribologie von Synchronisierungen. Hannover: Dissertation Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover
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Paper Type	::	Research Paper
Title	::	Cross Shift In A Vehicle With A Manual Gearbox
Country	::	Slovakia
Authors	::	H. Szöky ||, J. Murin ||, V. Goga
Page No.	::	31-38
	::	10.9790/3021-041023138
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		3021-0410-0238

The cross shift behaviour of a gearbox in a vehicle will be explained. The elements which are involved will be described. Cross shift in a car under static and dynamic condition will be checked. The results of these tests will be described. The shift track of a six gear transmission in a vehicle is illustrated. All elements where a cross shift stuck can occur will be mentioned. The stuck areas are also described. A solution for this item will be found, where no cross shift stuck can ever happen.

 

Keywords: cross shift, shifting behaviour in a car, elements of cross shift, static cross shift, dynamic cross shift

[1] Gebert, J., 2000. Adaptive Parametervariation bei Getriebesteuerungen zur Optimierung des Schaltkomforts. Düsseldorf: Fortschritt- Berichte VDI, Reihe 12, Nr. 424, VDI-Verlag.
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Paper Type	::	Research Paper
Title	::	Testing Items During Gearbox Developement
Country	::	Slovakia
Authors	::	H. Szöky ||, J. Murin ||, V. Goga
Page No.	::	39-44
	::	10.9790/3021-041023944
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		3021-0410-0244

Many elements are mentioned which are necessary to get a gearbox which fulfil the requirements of a European car manufacturer to get build up in their vehicles. The problems and solutions for different shifting items and misused tests will be illustrated and explained. Overviews over the problems which are occurring if a new transmission will be developed are described. Vehicle tests and their results are mentioned.

 

Keywords: shifting behaviour, gearbox development, down shift force, cross shift, vehicle tests

[1] Back, O., 2013. Basics of Synchronizers. HOERBIGER Antriebstechnik GmbH
[2] Heider, M., 2012. Schwingungsverhalten von Zahnradgetrieben. München: Dissertation Technische Universität München.
[3] Knauer, G., 1988. Zur Grübchentragfähigkeit einsatzgehärteter Zahnräder - Einfluß von Werkstoff, Schmierstoff und Betriebstemperatur. München: TU München.
[4] Mulzer, F., 2009. Systematik hoch übersetzender koaxialer Getriebe. München: Dissertation Technische Universität München.
[5] Sharma, M. K. and Salva, J., 2012. Shift System Inertia Mass Optimization Techniques to Minimize Double Bump for Manual Transmission. Technical Report 2012-01-1999. SAE International. 2012.

Paper Type	::	Research Paper
Title	::	Traffic light automatic design
Country	::	Sudan
Authors	::	Arwa Abdel Mohsen Ahmed Hassan ||, Abdelrasoul Jabar Alzubaidi
Page No.	::	45-47
	::	10.9790/3021-041024547
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		3021-0410-0247

A lot of challenges and limitations at road junction in the traffic light system has. In real life the systems are based on static mode of programming the traffic lights. Therefore, it is not flexible or in other words cannot modify on real time . Hence, the vehicles waste a lot of fuel and surely the drivers wastes a lot of their time . To solve and monitor the traffic light system and make it more efficient , we have to use an intelligent technique taking the advantage of the sensors, computer and the GSM modem which could add the real time benefit to the system. This paper explores the design for the automation of the traffic light control system. The traffic light is designed using a personnel computer (PC) programmed in C++ language, IR sensor and GSM modem. The system solves the wasting time and fuel problem .The system also considers the problem of the emergency vehicle which waits a lot in the road intersection . The design considers as well the problem of the congestion that occurs when an accident in the path happens.

 

Keywords: - control system , PC , C++ , traffic, GSM system

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[4] Sarika B. Kale , Gajanan P. Dhok , embedded system for intelligent Ambulance and traffic control Management , et al International Journal of Computer and Electronics Research , 2, April 2013
[5] Rashid Hussian, Sandhya Sharma , WSN Applications: Automated Intelligent Traffic Control System Using Sensors , International Journal of Soft Computing and Engineering , July 2013

Paper Type	::	Research Paper
Title	::	Compliance of Access Management Techniques on Urban Arterial in Nablus City
Country	::	Saudi Arabia
Authors	::	Issa Yazan
Page No.	::	48-56
	::	10.9790/3021-041024856
	::	0.4/3021-041024856
		3021-0410-0256

Due to the increasing limitation of spaces and resources in most cities, there has been a growing trend in the management of the existing traffic system rather than building new facilities. Traffic management is a low cost improvement while constructing new facilities is capital-intensive and may be faced with the limitations of space and financial resources. The main objectives of this paper are to evaluate and explore the various measures of access management, to evaluate the applicability and effectiveness of some of these measures on one studied arterial. And to get a general idea of how the public will react to applying such measures using field interviews with drivers, pedestrians, and business owners on the studied arterial. After the discussion of the applicability of access management strategies, a set of access management criteria were adopted to be applied on the arterial. It is concluded that some of these measures can be easily applied on certain arterials, others can be applied with limited geometric improvements, and some measures could not be applied because they need large space. The interview results indicates that pedestrian recommendations conform to the main objectives of this study, drivers' indications did not conform to the main goals of this study, since they are local drivers and need a high level of accessibility. Business owners' indications did not conform to the main goals of this study also; they are concerned that changes in direct access to their property, such as closing driveways or installing raised medians, will lead to declines in sales.

 

Keywords: - Traffic Management, Access Management, Medians, Driveways, Public Acceptance

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[2] Center for transportation Research and Education, Iowa Department of Transportation (1996), Access Management: Balancing the Demands on Our Roadways.
[3] Environmental Protection Agency (1991), Transportation Control Measure Information Documents, Washington D.C.
[4] Florida Department of Transportation (1997). Median Handbook, District Median Task Team.
[5] Institute of Transportation Engineers, ITE (1987). Guidelines for Driveway Location and Design, Washington D.C.