The effect of employing different raster orientations on the mechanical properties and microstructure of Fused Deposition Modeling parts by A. W. , Fatimatuzahraa, Baharuddin, Farahaina, Wan Yusoff, Wan Ahmad Yusmawiza

“…Rapid prototyping (RP) fulfills the current need in manufacturing industry to shorten the design cycle while improving its quality. Since there are various methods of RP process, this study focuses on the mechanical properties and microstructure of fused deposition modeling (FDM) RP specimens between two types of raster orientation which are cross (0°/90°) and crisscross (45°/-45°).The method of investigation in order to compare the result is done by doing several tests. …”
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ISIS in Malaysia: a Case Study by Malik, Maszlee

“…The same report also revealed that Malaysia’s score 3.579 is on the lower scale of the index, in which zero denotes no impact of terrorism.1 Malaysia was also noted as among the top 17 source countries in the Organisation for Islamic Cooperation (OIC) that have seen its people ght for ISIS in Iraq and Syria. Since 2014, more than 100 ISIS-linked suspects have been detained by Malaysian government under the 2012 SOSMA act. …”
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Integrated mechanics for design of the hybrid electrical aircushion track vehicle for swamp peat by Rahman, Mohammed Ataur, Hossain, Altab, Mohiuddin, A. K. M.

“…The simulation results show that the vehicle load distribution to the air-cushion system would not be too high since the power consumption by the air-cushion drag motion resistance is affected significantly on the total power requirement as well as the propeller develops an additional thrust of 0.2 kN while the track system develops only 1.674 kN for the vehicle loading condition of 2.04 kN.…”
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Joint ventures in construction 2: contract, governance, performance and risk

“…Joint Ventures in Construction 2: Contract, Governance, Performance and Risk is the selected proceedings of a series of International Conferences on Multi-national Joint Ventures for Construction Works, held each year since 2005. This book brings together the highlights from the 2008-2011 conferences, focusing on key issues including - contract and associated administrative structures - governance, dispute, and dispute resolution - performance and risk - managing stakeholder expectations. …”
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The influence of service quality on customer patronage intention: the moderating ‎effects of firm's image by Rahman, Muhammad Sabbir, Abdel Fattah, Fadi Abdel Muniem

“…Moreover, the result also revealed that there is a moderating influence of firm's image in the relationship between customers' satisfaction and customers’ patronage intention. Since there was a lack of such research in Malaysian healthcare insurance context, this study can provide theoretical contribution and a managerial basis for future researchers as well as implications for the managers.…”
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Stabilty derivatives in the newtonian limit by Crasta, Asha, Khan, Sher Afghan

“…In the case of damping derivative since expressions for these derivatives are non-linear and the same is reflected in all the results. …”
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The Palestinian-Israeli conflict: a comparative analysis on the language of occupation by Abdul Latiff@Bapoo, Lili Suriani, Majelan, Syareen Izzaty

“…The Palestinian-Israeli conflict and the issue of Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories have not been resolved since the 1940s. Despite efforts for reconciliation, the Israelis and Palestinians are yet to reach a final peace agreement. …”
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Factors effecting fixed-line telecom services customer retention: A study of Pakistan by Rind, M. Malook, Alzabi, Tami, Ujan, Imran Anwar, Shah, Asadullah

“…The use of fixed line telecom services in Pakistan is declining gradually since past few years. The purpose of this research is to integrate model that helps to evaluate the main determinants of fixed line telecom services' post purchase intention. …”
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The effect of operating conditions on turbidity removal by polymeric flocculant by Miyajima, Takumi, Kadooka, Hiroto, Tanaka, Takanori, Jami, Mohammed Saedi, Iwata, Masashi

“…Since there are many factors which influence the process of flocculation by polymeric flocculant, the scientific understanding of the flocculation mechanism is still under discussion. …”
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Journalism cupcakes: Same cakes, different icing or vice-versa by Ismail, Awan, Aripin, Norizah, Yusof, Norhafezah, Mohamad, Noraihan, Ismail, Rizalawati

“…Journalism is not a new field of studies in Malaysia. Since it was officially introduced in 1972, jounalism studies had become one of the popular courses under mass communication. …”
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The ramnent of medieval Christian attitudes towards Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h): a critical evaluation of Margoliouth's pathological theory by Aliyu, Muhammad Akilu, Abdul Rahim, Adibah

“…This study attempts to analyse and evaluate David Samuel Margoliouth’s views on this theory since he is one of the well-versed and contemporary Islamists. …”
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Diffuse choroid plexus hyperplasia: an under-diagnosed cause of hydrocephalus in children? by Abd. Aziz, Azian, Coleman, Lee, Morokoff, Andrew, Maixner, Wirginia

“…Identification of choroid plexus hyperplasia is important since the neurosurgical management of hydrocephalus is not VP shunt insertion, but resection of the hyperplastic choroid plexus.…”
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Assessment of reactive oxygen species (ROS) status in chronic cerebral hypoperfusion-induced neurodegeneration by Abdul Majeed, Saif Saad, Saxena, Anil Kumar

“…Experimentally, a condition of chronic cerebral hypoperfusion due to reduced CBF can be induced by permanent bilateral occlusion of common carotid arteries (2-vessel occlusion, 2VO) in rats. Since oxidative stress, leading to neuronal apoptosis and death, is one of the mechanisms which is thought to play a significant role in chronic degenerative neurological disorders, the present study was planned to assess the alterations in oxidative and anti-oxidant mechanisms that might occur during chronic cerebral hypoperfusion. …”
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Spiral scanning: an alternative to conventional raster scanning in high-speed Scanning Probe Microscopes by Mahmood, Iskandar Al-Thani, Moheimani, S.O. Reza

“…These scan methods can be incorporated into most modern AFMs with minimal effort since they can be implemented in software using the existing hardware. …”
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Parametric study of carbide precipitation in 16% chromium ferritic stainless steel (FSS) welds by Amuda, Muhammed Olawale Hakeem, Mridha, Shahjahan

“…Cryogenic cooling produces more ditched weld microstructure revealed by electrolytic etching in oxalic acid; however, the structure is acceptable since no single grain boundary is completely surrounded by ditches. …”
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Divorce reform and family mediation in England: an overview of the relevant provisions of the Family Law Act, 1996 by Ibrahim, Norliah, Abdul Hak, Nora

“…In Malaysia, the current Law Reform (Marriage and Divorce) Act 1976 has been enacted since 1976. Perhaps, we may learn from England in introducing a new piece of family law Act to the non-Muslims and to introduce mediation as an alternative means in resolving family disputes.…”
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Prospects of 3G service: a study on Malaysian customer perspectives by Haque, A. K. M. Ahasanul, Khatibi, Ali, Borucki, Chet, Ab. Yajid, Mohd. Shukri

“…Cluster 2 is comprised of a higher income group with the tendency to adopt 30 service since they have the earning capacity whereas cluster 1 is largely of middle income holders. …”
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The relationship between happiness & religiosity among instead students through utilization of 'the happi-reli scale' and its validation by Othman, Joharry, Mamat , Arifin, Awang Mat , Muhamad Zahiri

“…The constructs are "happiness" and "religiosity". Since the study of such constructs have been numerous in western literature and the idea of "positive psychology" is being embraced in most current educational field, the researcher felt compelled to embark on this study. 200 Institute of Education, IIUM students formed the sample of this study and they were given to respond to a questionnaire titled "Happi-Reli Scale" that consisted of 60 items. …”
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A note on Chinese stock market efficiency: fresh evidence from non-linear unit root test by Abdul Manap, Turkhan Ali

“…This also may explain why Qian et al (2008) failed to reject the null hypothesis of unit root, since TAR models assume instantaneous change in regimes rather than smooth, which is a characteristic of many financial variables.…”
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Exploratory study of sensitization in ferritic stainless steel welds produced via cryogenic cooling by Amuda, Muhammed Olawale Hakeem, Mridha, Shahjahan

“…Though, the cryo-treated welds exhibit greater ditched boundary, the structure is still acceptable since no single grain boundary is completely surrounded by ditches.…”
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