Evaluation of radar reflectivity-rainfall rate, Z-R relationships during a stratiform event in the tropics by Sobli, Nuurul Hudaa, Ismail, Ahmad Fadzil, Asnawi, Ani Liza, Saad, Wahida

“…The inaccuracy might also be due to the differences between the ground-level precipitation and the precipitation aloft since a radar does not scan all the way down except at close range. …”
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Fuzzy-PID hybrid controller for Point-to-point (PTP) positioning system by Muhammad , Mahbubur Rashid, Wali, Ahmad

“…The use of PID controller for motion control systems was proposed by many researchers. However, since the PID controller is developed based on the linear control theory, the controller gives inconsistent performance for different condition. …”
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Investigation of the riddle of sulfathiazole polymorphism by Abu Bakar, Mohd Rushdi, Nagy, Zoltan K., Rielly, Chris D., Dann, Sandy E.

“…Since the discovery of sulfathiazole as an antimicrobial agent in 1939, numerous works in the screening for its different polymorphic forms, which is an essential part of drug development, have been conducted and published. …”
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Concurrent validity of the depression and anxiety components in the Bahasa Malaysia version of the depression anxiety and stress scales (DASS) by Musa, Ramli, Ramli, Roszaman, Abdullah, Kartini, Sarkarsi, Rosnani

“…Objectives: The Bahasa Malaysia (BM) version of Depression Anxiety Stress Scales 21-item (DASS-21) has been widely used ever since the establishment of its validity. To consolidate the evidence of the BM DASS-21 validity by examining its concurrent validity. …”
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Antimicrobial activity of mangrove plant (Lumnitzera littorea) by Saad, Shahbudin, Bakhtiar, M. Taher, Darnis, Deny Susanti, Qaralleh, Haitham, Abdul Rahim, Nurul Afifah

“…Additionally, Gram positive Bacillus cereus (B. cereus) appear to be the most sensitive strain while Pseudomonas aeruginosa (P. aeruginosa) and the yeast strains (Candida albicans (C. albicans) and Cryptococcus neoformans (C. neoformans)) appear to be resistance to the tested concentrations since no inhibition zone was observed. The inhibition of microbial growth at concentration as low as 0.04 mg/mL indicated the potent antimicrobial activity of L. littorea extracts. …”
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Optimization of natural fiber composite parameter using Taguchi approach by Md Yusof, Fauziah, Abd Rahim, Mohd Khairul Hazami, Samsudin, Ahmad Safwan, Mohamad Nor, Nor Hafiez, Ahmad, Zuraida, Halim, Zahurin

“…The advantages of natural fibre composites are renewable, environmental friendly, low cost, low density, flexibility of usage and tend to decompose (biodegradability). Since there are hundreds fibre that could be utilized in natural fibre composite, optimization in design of experiment is essential in fabricating natural fiber composite. …”
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Islamic regulations of woman's work outside home by Abdul Karim, Asar, Ghalia, Bouhedda, Jusoh, N. Marniwati

“…In fact, a truly Islamic society must be comprised of women who work as physicians, nurses, teachers since it's preferable to separate teenagers in the volatile years in the high school education. this paper proposes a solution to overcome such problem by discussing the Islamic regulations for women who work outside their home. …”
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Restorative justice: the implementation in the Islamic criminal law according to the Qur’an and Hadith of the Prophet (S.A.W.) by Ab Aziz, Norjihan, Hussin, Nasimah

“…In fact, restorative justice has long existed in Islam as provided in numerous verses of Qur’an and hadith of the Prophet Muhammad (s.’a.w.) where in certain criminal cases, the victim and the accused are encouraged to resolve criminal cases among themselves instead of referring to the authority. Since restorative justice benefits the accused, the victim and the community, recently, restorative justice has been recognized by the United Nation as part of criminal justice system. …”
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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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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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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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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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