A Novel MOEA/D for Multiobjective Scheduling of Flexible Manufacturing Systems by Xinnian Wang, Keyi Xing, Chao-Bo Yan, Mengchu Zhou

“…Manufacturing tasks cannot be finished if any deadlock appears. For solving such problem, this work develops a deadlock-free multiobjective evolutionary algorithm based on decomposition (DMOEA/D). …”
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Combined Use of Mathematical Optimization and Design of Experiments for the Maximization of Profit in a Four-Echelon Supply Chain by Daniel Arturo Olivares Vera, Elias Olivares-Benitez, Eleazar Puente Rivera, Mónica López-Campos, Pablo A. Miranda

“…This paper develops a location-allocation model to optimize a four-echelon supply chain network, addressing manufacturing and distribution centers location, supplier selection and flow allocation for raw materials from suppliers to manufacturers, and finished products for end customers, while searching for system profit maximization. …”
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A Novel Operationalization Approach in Generation Phenomenon: Insights and Implications from Turkey’s Generational Dynamics by Osman Çevik, Umut Çil

“…Conducted through a qualitative inquiry and informed by a multidisciplinary approach involving participants from various social sciences, this research not only names and defines these six generations but also elucidates their defining the initiator, finisher and internal turning points, the spheres of influence, the successor and predecessor members. …”
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3D Slot Roughness Evaluation Of Novel Orthodontic Brackets With Two Commercial Brackets (An İn-Vitro Study) by Omar Sabah, Isra Dilshad, Sana Rizgar

“…To reduce roughness, the E-max brackets could benefit from better polishing and finishing. Hence, to lessen friction.…”
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Model Studies of Metallurgical Processes Based on the Example of Blowing Steel with Argon by T. Merder, J. Pieprzyca, R. Wende, J. Witek, M. Saternus

“…The tested process is aimed at preparing liquid steel for casting and largely determines the quality of the semi-finished product, which is a steel ingot.…”
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Determining dry oak lumber consumption for the production of solid edge-glued panels by Volodymyr Mayevskyy, Rostislav Moroz, Serhiy Kopynets, Oleh Ferents, Roman Shchupakivskyy, Yevstakhii Myskiv

“…The operating consumption of oak dry edged lumber per 1 m3 of solid edge- glued panels from solid and spliced billets is as follows: lengthwise cutting of dry edged lumber – 1.093 m3/m3; roughing planing – 1.272; cross-cutting of wood sections, with cutting out defects, into billets of fixed lengths and of different lengths – 1.381 m3/m3; finishing planing of solid billets – 1.215 m3/m3; splicing of billets (finger-joining of billets) – 1.037 m3/m3; finishing planing of spliced billets (finger-joined billets) – 1.354 m3/m3; calibration of glued panels – 1.097 m3/m3; trimming of glued panels along the perimeter – 1.047 m3/m3. …”
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Segmentation of a CFRP weave structure for material characterization and simulation by Benedikt Boos, Kuo-Ching Chen, Andreas Gebhard, Martin Gurka

“…Two prominent examples for this multiscale relationship are the permeability of fiber woven fabrics as semi-finished parts, affecting its processing behaviour or the fatigue behaviour of the final composite, determining the usability and life-time of a composite product. …”
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ON THE TECHNIQUE OF MODELING ONTOGENETIC CHANGES IN FISH AND INSECTS LIFECYCLE by A. Yu. Perevaryukha

“…For insects such fluctuations in survival during metamorphosis can start another process - the rapid outbreak of pests, where actual formalization of the impact of parasites on the first stage of development, depending on the initial concentration of clutches, but limited resources is taken into account at a finishing. The method has been for submission to decline of generations on the basis of dynamic overriding differential equations with discrete-continuous structure of time. …”
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Optimization of Toolpath Planning and CNC Machine Performance in Time-Efficient Machining by Arbnor Pajaziti, Orlat Tafilaj, Afrim Gjelaj, Besart Berisha

“…In addition, a novel approach to the optimization of the G-code in time machining, focusing on reducing the machining time while maintaining the required precision and quality of the finished product, is presented. We propose a method that integrates advanced algorithms to identify and eliminate redundant movements, optimize the toolpaths, and improve the machining strategies. …”
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Field Validation for the Constructability of Exposed Aggregate Concrete Overlay by Jaehoon Kim, Makara Rith, Seung Woo Lee, Young Kyu Kim

“…This study intended to verify the constructability of exposed aggregate concrete overlay using mobile mixer for concrete production and deck finisher for concrete placement to acquire the surface texture and structural strengths. …”
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BRITISH COLONIAL PUNISHMENTS IN NORTHERN NIGERIA: A STUDY OF NATIVE AUTHORITY PRISON AND CRIME CONTROL IN IDAH DISTRICT, 1929-1945 by OLASUNKANMI VICTOR ASAJU, YAHAYA YUSUF

“…While, this was peculiar to those who committed minor offenses, perpetrators of serious crimes such as murder, homicide, and arson were immediately made to face the consequences of their actions, which were mostly total banishment from both the immediate community and adjoining settlements. …”
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The Influencing Effect of Silver Nitrate Fillers on the hardness of Flexible Resin by Huda Abed Hasson, Lateef Essa Alwan

“…All control and test groups were processed; curred then finished and polished the specimens ready for testing. …”
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A Digital Microscopic Inspection of Dentinal Defects after Using Endodontic Retreatment Files by Ammar AbuMostafa, Hala Almoqayyad, Al-Omari Mohammad

“…The study aimed at evaluating the incidence of dentinal defects after root canal retreatment with ProTaper Universal retreatment (PTUR) and XP-endo Shaper and Finisher R (XP). Materials and Methods. Sixty extracted single-rooted human premolars were selected and divided into 4 groups of 15 teeth each. …”
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Unusual Case of Extraction of Maxillary Lateral Incisors and Mandibular Central Incisors by Rosa-María Yañez-Vico, Maria Cadenas de Llano-Perula, Enrique Solano-Reina

“…The treatment of choice was the extraction of both upper lateral incisors and both central lower incisors. The patient finished with molar and canine angle Class I and coincident midlines and was functionally stable; both lateral and protrusive jaw movements were effectively made by the first premolars and central incisors and canines without improper contacts of the rest of the teeth. …”
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Hydrological Information related Existed Dam Sites Assessment using ArcGIS in Zawita District by Zahraa Mahmood Klari, Dadvan Hakeem Abdulrahman

“…It turns out that there are three finished dams that were built in relatively suitable places, they are: Botiya, Bari bhar, and Bhiri. …”
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The Delay and Failure of Residential Investment Projects in Iraq: Review by Aya A. Hasan, Abbas M. Burhan

“…However, a lot of residential projects were abandoned or never finished, which seriously concerned the government. …”
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Direct Midline Diastema Closure with Composite Layering Technique: A One-Year Follow-Up by Bora Korkut, Funda Yanikoglu, Dilek Tagtekin

“…One bottle total etch adhesive was used and translucent/opaque composite resin shades were layered on mesial surfaces of the teeth that were isolated with rubber dam and Teflon bands. Finishing and polishing procedures were achieved by using polishing discs. …”
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Layout Redesign Analysis Plastic Tarpaper Production Floor Uses Craft Algorithm Method at PT. Limmas Anugrah Plasindo by Roesmita Sukma Alam

“…The implementation of the CRAFT method still refers to field conditions and agreements from the company by also considering aspects of worker comfort, storage of finished goods and others. …”
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The integrated management system in the bakery industry of Leskovac by Veličković Jasmina, Arsić Jovana, Staletović Maja

“…The field of bread and pastry production is very sensitive from the aspect of quality analysis and the application of the newest standards, which requires taking of a number of measures - from providing and receiving raw material to the distribution of finished products. The aim of the paper is the review of the integrated management system in the bakery industry, with the emphasis on the quality of products.…”
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Perbedaan Persiapan Siswa yang Hasil Belajar Tinggi dan Rendah dalam Menghadapi Ujian Nasional by Linda Fitria

“…Therefore, the national examination should be prepared well by the students, school, and parents since it is a tool to measure students competency of achievement which held by education unit in order to obtain learning confession and it is a requirement of finishing education level. This research is aimed to describe and differentiate the preparation of students with high learning achievement and the students with low learning achievement in facing national examination. …”
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