Climate change and Singapore by Lee, Kay Li

“…Firstly, the abundance of Arctic oil and gas reserves, not distance savings, is the main driver in the development of the NSR. Secondly, Russia is deemed unfavourable for investments today and in the next fifty years. …”
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Diameter-free estimates for the quadratic Vinogradov mean value theorem by Mudgal, A

“…We use Es,2(A) to denote the number of solutions to the system of equations <br><br> ∑i=1s(ψ(xi)−ψ(xi+s))=∑i=1s(xi−xi+s)=0, <br><br> where xi∈A for each 1≤i≤2s. Our main result shows that <br><br> Es,2(A)≪d,s|A|2s−3+ηs, <br><br> where η3=1/2, and ηs=(1/4−1/7246)⋅2−s+4 when s≥4. …”

Cross-modal retrieval: a review of methodologies, datasets, and future perspectives by Han, Zhichao, Azman, Azreen Bin, Rina Binti Mustaffa, Mas, Binti Khalid, Fatimah

“…However, there are differences in the modal representation of different types of multimedia data, and measuring the correlation between different modes is the main problem of cross-modal retrieval. Currently, the most popular deep learning methods have achieved remarkable results in the field of data processing and graphics. …”
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Prescriptive Maintenance Synchronized to the Characteristics of Industry 5.0: a Theoretical Discussion by Souza, José Barrozo de, Rocha, Sandra Mara Santana

“…This article aims to examine and understand the current scope of Prescriptive Maintenance integrated with the human-centric characteristics of Industry 5.0. Therefore, the main research question is the following: “In the view of the managers of the companies visited, located in the Southeast Region of Brazil, what are the main technical and administrative difficulties that companies encounter in successfully implementing proactive combinations on the factory floor, such as Prescriptive Maintenance integrated with the characteristics of Industry 5.0”?. …”
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Message from ICME'12 technical program chairs by Cai, Jianfei, Hanjalic, Alan, Magli, Enrico, Pickering, Mark, Friedland, Gerald, Hua, Xian-Sheng

“…These reviews served as basis to select the 184 papers accepted into the main conference, a 30% overall acceptance rate. Out of the 184 accepted papers, top review scores papers are selected for oral presentation. …”
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Beyond searching : user's cognizance of electronic journals. by Geh, Beng Juah.

“…The main objective of the study was to determine the use and perception of electronic journals by graduate students in the School of Communication and Information (SCI) in Nanyang Technological University (Singapore). …”
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Modelling trip and parking generation of major land uses in Singapore by Wee, Ka Siong.

“…Trip and parking generation rates used overseas are not likely to be applicable in Singapore due to differences in vehicle ownership levels, travel behaviour and traffic management policies. The main objective of this study is to develop trip and parking generation rates of office, commercial and industrial land uses in Singapore.…”
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Direct conversion receiver by Tang, Weimin

“…The main objective of this project is to develop a new type of receiver, direct conversion architecture (DCR) for radio frequency identification (RFID) tag application. …”
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On-demand QoS multicast routing for mobile ad hoc networks by Teo, Hui Seong.

“…The main objectives of this research project is to propose a new on-demand QoS Multicast for MANETs for real-time multimedia data delivery and to implement the proposed algorithm for comparison between the best effort mode and the proposed bandwidth reservation mode.…”
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Finite element vibration analysis of cooling system by Chua, Dan Eik Tat.

“…There are two main objectives for this paper. The first objective is to investigate and identify the natural frequencies of a cooling system installed in a plane. …”
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Modelling of fiber bragg grating by Ow, Keong Meng.

“…The types of gratings that are considered include uniform, apodized, chirped and superstructure gratings. The main focus of this project is to program a user-friendly Graphical User Interface as front-end to allow the user to change and vary the input parameters.…”
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Mixing characteristics of single and coaxial square jets by Wang, Xikun.

“…There are three main parts in the present experimental investigation on the flow characteristics of both single and coaxial square jets, with and without the vortex-generating tabs. …”
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A case study on the labour costing system of the ABC company by Chan, Wan Ying, Chua, Choon Guek, Leu, Ya Yen

“…The main purpose of this case study on the ABC company is to gain a proper understanding of its labour costing system, especially its related shortcomings so that remedial measures can be taken.…”
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A study of the code of professional conduct and ethics and its effectiveness on the auditing profession in Singapore by Tan, Gan Mui, Tay, Kak Huay, Foo, Choon Yeow

“…This Applied Research Project is a record of the main research that has been done during the conduct of the project and the resulting conclusions reached with regards to the issue on the effectiveness of the Code of Professional Conduct & Ethics in Singapore.…”
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Optimal distribution network design by Sankarnarayanan Nellaiyappan.

“…The optimized design of a logistics network design for a pharmaceutical industry in Asia Pacific region was studied. The main objective is to find an optimal number of warehouses and their locations in such a way that minimizes the total transportation costs of the distribution network. …”
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Case study of a private condominium project on its contractual related issues by Fong, Sun Yong.

“…With the increasing knowledge and the awareness of their contractual rights, parties involved in construction, namely employers, consultants, main contractors and subcontractors had shaped a rising trend of hauling each other to court or arbitration. …”
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Competency-based management in Singapore - an exploratory study. by Kiong, Wei Ling., Lee, Lay Hong., Tan, Chwoon Ping.

“…This paper focuses on Singapore by studying resident organisations that implement CBM; the main objective is to determine the factors that motivated said organisations in their decision to adopt such a progressive HR management style. …”
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Johnson & Johnson's baby care products in China. by Chong, Yen Yin., Tan, Leanne Pei Ying., Tay, Chiou Rong.

“…An analysis was done on the marketing mix of J&J as well as those of its main competitors. Subsequently, a competitor analysis was also carried out and suitable recommendations were made for future improvements.…”
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Introduction by Mander, WJ

“…This introductory chapter briefly surveys the main philosophical developments of the nineteenth century, contextualising the chapters that follow. …”

China Internet Development Report 2019 : Blue Book for World Internet Conference / by Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies issuing body 643062, World Internet Conference (2020) 643063, CCTB Translation Service, translator 643064

“…It describes the development achievements, status and development and trends in China Internet in 2019, systematically summarizes the main lessons learned during development, and analyzes China's strategic planning and policy actions. …”