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These impacts are most disruptive in determining new product requirements and throughout design, engineering, production, service, and all data handling and information gathering tasks. Processes that until recently were expected to change little have been demolished by technology and tech-savvy new workers, choosier customers, ceaseless innovation and shorter product lifecycles. They are counterproductive and even senseless, however, if put to work supporting the "same-old, same-old" processes of product development, design engineering, manufacturing and service. [Extracted from the article]

Feature fukushima MARCH 2021 | The Chemical Engineer | page 29 Geoff Gill reviews how the accident played out, and the huge engineering challenges involved in making the site safe T HE 11 March 2021 will mark the tenth anniversary of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant accident in Japan. Fuel removal from the Reactor Buildings In the Fukushima Daiichi design of reactor, used and new fuel rod assemblies are stored in the upper part of the reactor. Obtaining medical treatment for emergency workers with conventional injuries was made difficult because several hospitals were PRIMARY CONTAINMENT VESSEL REACTOR PRESSURE VESSEL DRY WELL REACTOR CAVITY RECIRCULATION PUMPS FEEDWATER MAIN STEAM ISOLATION VALVES BYPASS VALVE TURBINE VALVES TURBINES GENERATOR OCEAN FEEDWATER PUMPS CONDENSATE (WATER) CIRCULATING WATER PUMP TURBINE BUILDING REACTOR BUILDING CONDENSER ELECTRICITY TO SWITCHYARD SUPPRESSION CHAMBER SUPPRESSION POOL Figure 1: Schematic diagram of a Boiling Water Reactor Boiling water reactors use a closed, direct steam cycle loop, as shown schematically above. Hydrogen was released from the reactor pressure vessels, leading to explosions inside the reactor buildings in units 1, 3 and 4 that damaged structures and equipment and injured personnel. [Extracted from the article]

Tell a patient they have superficial thrombophlebitis (STP) and you may well be greeted with a blank look. This is not surprising because STP – or superficial vein thrombosis (SVT), as it is also known – is not always well understood, even among healthcare professionals. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses how U.S. libraries help relieve anxieties from the 2020 Census. Topics discussed include comments from Liz Vagani, manager of the El Cajon branch of San Diego County (California) Library (SDCL), about the fear in providing information to the government, findings of the Census Bureau's 2020 Census Barriers, Attitudes, and Motivators Study, and strategies and tactics shared by libraries to encourage census participation.

The article examines the impact in the implementation of an organizational change. Information about the key elements needed for a successful organization change, is provided. Also included are selection of outstanding leadership teams, creation of a change vision and employee communication and participation.

Tinnitus is a common condition characterised by a subjective, and less commonly objective, noise sensation that is often described as ringing heard in one or both ears by the individual. The exact cause of tinnitus is not known, but it is related to physiological changes in the auditory system and is closely linked to psychological well-being. Tinnitus can have a significant effect on the lives of people who experience it on a continuous basis. Although there is no cure for tinnitus, various strategies are available to support individuals to manage the condition on a daily basis; these management strategies are discussed in this article. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article informs that librarians and information professionals can act as curators of learning in their organizations to help employees pull the resources they need to advance their performance and careers. Topics include focusing on self-directed learning; incorporating culture of diversity and inclusion; and helping people develop new knowledge in the course of their work when faced with a new task or a new challenge.

The article focuses on the importance of implementing adequate isolation practices in any facility that processes hazardous materials. Topics discussed include common shortcomings that result in inadequate isolation accidents, legal requirements in Great Britain relating to isolation of plant and equipment, and the safe systems required to ensure that isolation activities deliver the appropriate protection to workers.

Aim: To explore whether additional teaching and simulated learning of one-hour duration could improve the blood pressure measurement skills of nursing students. Method: A post-test experimental method was used to measure the outcome of additional, targeted simulated learning of blood pressure monitoring beyond normal curriculum content in adult branch nursing students in module one of a three-year nursing programme. Results: One hour of additional teaching and simulated learning improved the ability of nursing students to measure blood pressure accurately, with the data revealing a statistical difference between experimental and control groups in the systolic and diastolic accuracy of blood pressure monitoring. Conclusion: In a changing practice environment with fewer opportunities to develop clinical skills under supervision, there is a need for nurse educators and mentors to reconsider and research further methods used for blood pressure monitoring and other skills teaching using simulation for effective learning and skills acquisition. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Aim: To explore whether additional teaching and simulated learning of one-hour duration could improve the blood pressure measurement skills of nursing students. Method: A post-test experimental method was used to measure the outcome of additional, targeted simulated learning of blood pressure monitoring beyond normal curriculum content in adult branch nursing students in module one of a three-year nursing programme. Results: One hour of additional teaching and simulated learning improved the ability of nursing students to measure blood pressure accurately, with the data revealing a statistical difference between experimental and control groups in the systolic and diastolic accuracy of blood pressure monitoring. Conclusion: In a changing practice environment with fewer opportunities to develop clinical skills under supervision, there is a need for nurse educators and mentors to reconsider and research further methods used for blood pressure monitoring and other skills teaching using simulation for effective learning and skills acquisition. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the bullish attitude being exhibited by consumer electronics distributors as business emerge in the wake of the economic downturn. According to the article, it is the partnership forged by distributors with retailers and manufacturers to evolve new business opportunities that played a big role in helping the industry survived the worst. The article also presents opinions by some consumer electronics executives regarding the challenges facing the industry in 2012.

This article describes the health promotion activity that took place between a nursing student and a male patient to address his expressed wish to stop smoking. Health promotion is defined and the social influences that affect health are identified. Health promotion and smoking cessation are then discussed within the context of national and local policy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article provides tips on improving power-line-communication (PLC) technology design. Information on factors affecting PLC system performance and integrity is presented, which include the strength of the transmit signal, power line noise, and the power line network's impedance. The author also recommends minimizing system costs to ensure market competitiveness, and accelerating development through PLC controllers that already comply with international standards such as those of the FCC, the CENELEC and the UL.

This article demonstrates how one of England's largest primary care trusts developed, piloted and evaluated a quality improvement tool -- the quality framework -- to support the implementation of clinical governance at a team level. This article shares good practice and key learning points from this experience. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the dangers of inhalation of toxic smoke among firefighters. According to the article, smoke inhalation can cause acute life-threatening injuries as well as long-term lung and neurological damage. It says that autopsy and experimental studies suggest that exposure to contact irritants, primarily hydrogen chloride and the central systemic poisons, carbon monoxide (CO) and cyanide is the cause of serious injury and death.

This article provides an overview of the issues involved in the assessment and management of patients presenting with contact dermatitis. It describes the different types of contact dermatitis, outlines possible triggers and highlights treatment strategies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article offers tips in optimizing energy consumption for the crude oil unit. It recommends that maintaining the operating efficiency of furnaces is essential. It cites the control of several factors including high excess air, high setting losses, and partial load operation in order to achieve higher efficiency levels. It also emphasizes the integration design and operation before heating crude oil in the furnaces.

The article features several television mount options including the Evo system from Vantage Point, Dyno Series mounting systems from Salamander Designs and NXL liquid crystal display from Nexus.

The article focuses on high-performance frequency synthesizers that employ a novel single-loop architecture for fast switching speed with low phase noise and spurious content. It is said that the Panther 2500 series of synthesized signal generators have outstanding phase-noise performance and lightning-like witching speed.

The article analyzes the various concerns of healthcare support workers (HCSWs) and explains the roles of registered nurses in Great Britain. The roles of healthcare assistants (HCAs) and HCSWs are becoming increasingly significant in delivering patient care as the nursing family evolves. The Wanless report released by Great Britain National Health Service suggested that in order to stabilize the workforce, the number of HCAs should increase in the future.

Investigates the kiln atmosphere required for copper red glazes. Types of kilns used for testing; Methods of applying glaze; Method which was developed for studying the various layers inside the glass.

The article presents the results of a survey conducted by International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) members related to crisis communication. The survey reveals that crisis communication plans are not as widespread as expected. One-third of the survey respondents had no formal crisis communication plan in place prior to the natural disasters and organizational crises that seemed to occur so often. Almost half of those who were unprepared had to quickly put a plan together when a crisis struck. On a positive note, those communicators who did have crisis plans used them, and 99 percent of survey respondents who used their plans found them to be effective in helping their organizations manage and respond to crises. More than 600 IABC members responded to the survey, conducted in December 2005, after a year of disastrous hurricanes in the United States, recovery from the devastating tsunami in Southeast Asia, outbreaks of diseases such as the avian flu in Asia, terrorist activities, and the continuation of corporate scandals, labor disputes and industry upheaval around the world.

The article focuses on the importance of corporate communication. Aligning the goals of the communication plan with the goals of the business is the first step to demonstrating value. The most common reasons why organizations fail to develop strategic communication plans are lack of time and money. These excuses also come up with regard to measuring the value of communication, a necessary component of a strategic communication plan. The good news is that communication measurement is more widely recognized as a standard global practice in public relations and communication. For an organization's communication activities to be worth the investment, communication must have measurable goals that support business goals. In fact, the goals of the most powerful communication plans are the same as the goals of the business, so that the achievement of business goals becomes the ultimate measure of communication success. Adding questions to measure the impact of communication on employees' knowledge, attitudes and behaviors as they relate to the business goals is easy. Measuring the perceived value of communication activities also provides meaningful information. Writing questions for surveys, focus groups and interviews is an important step. The challenge is to demonstrate to business leaders how communication that supports business goals might save the organization money over the long term.

Discusses options open to keratoconus patients and the efforts of the British Royal National Institute for the Blind's Multiple Disability Services to help the patients. Campaign launched for adults with learning disabilities, who are particularly prone to visual impairment; Causes of keratoconus; Visual symptoms exhibited by keratoconus patients; Treatment for keratoconus.

This article discusses the global goals which industry leaders from all sectors of aviation announced in 2008 and aimed at reducing carbon dioxide emissions in the short, medium and long terms. The goals mentioned include achieving an average annual fleetwide fuel efficiency improvement of 1.5% between 2009 and 2020, realizing carbon-neutral growth from 2020, and halving overall carbon dioxide emissions by 2050, when compared to 2005 levels. Mentioned also is how these goals can be achieved.

The article features a simplified technique for determining initial documentation for the proper phasing of a three-phase permanent magnet servomotor with Hall sensor commutation. Topics discussed include the definition of the Hall effect or equivalent comcorder feedback signals and standard motor phasing. The redefinition of Hall leads for changing rotational direction and re-labeling of motor phases are then mentioned.

Discusses various aspects of subacute care as a growing segment of the health care delivery system. Misconceptions on subacute care; Importance of alliances between nursing homes or rehabilitation providers; Training staff; Space planning; Controlling the flow of patients; Influence of health care reform; Developing managed care contracts; Steps for success when entering subacute.

Discusses the progress made in bringing together network and system management by major management platforms software under a single roof. Details of Hewlett-Packard's OpenView, IBM's NetView; SunSoft's SunNet Manager and other multi-manager products; Need for further development. INSETS: Wanted: The super operator.;What about applications management?.;Multi-manager moguls..

Presents an excerpt of a speech given by Major General Clair F. Gill at the Consolidated Army Topographic, Terrain Analysis, and Multispectral Imagery Conference in November 1995. Role of the Corps of Engineers in terrain visualization; Leader development; Modeling and simulation; Defense Mapping Agency.

Gives details on The Santa Cruz Operation Inc.'s (SCO) UNIX System V/386, release 3.2, a standards-based, multiuser, multitasking, cross-platform operating system for PCs, complete with unlimited memory. Features; Applications. INSET: A UNIX glossary.;SCO's shrink-wrapped workstation..

While group design techniques can't totally break the applications logjam, they can enhance systems usability by decreasing maintenance costs and improving productivity. Recommendations are offered for ensuring that you get the most out of team techniques when forming your own group design workshops.

The article reviews the drawing software SmartDraw.

The article presents information on various aspects of hypertension. It states that many epidemiological evidences support that a stage of high-normal blood pressure or pre-hypertension would evolve into hypertension with ageing. It states that regular exercise would reduce blood pressure (BP) gradually as overweight is linked to it. An automated 24-hour ambulatory recordings may be useful in reflecting BP measurements.

The article discusses the validity of electronic signatures (ES) and the British Law Commission's 2019 Report which confirmed that ES are valid and can be used to execute documents. It mentions that the Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice have issued a ministerial statement which agrees with the Law Commission's conclusions on March 3, 2020. It also informs that as the Law Commission identified, however, the position is not straightforward when it comes to the execution of deeds.

The artice explores litigation and dispute resolution specialist, Christina Gill, provides practical advice arising from recent findings that electronic signatures and e-mail footers can constitute valid execution, and mentions the reports on the Law Commission’s recent conclusions that electronic signatures are valid; and allows documents, including land contracts and deeds, to be executed with an electronic signature.

Faced with staff shortages and a recognition that the core health surveillance system in schools could not be sustained, school nurses in one area decided to pool their skills and target surveillance to children with identified needs. Following completion of a pilot programme in October 2002, the school health nursing service has been restructured and now operates in teams who manage a corporate caseload. The core programme includes a targeted health surveillance programme, a programme of health promotion and a referral system that were modelled on the pilot project. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Focuses on several type of batteries to be launched by various consumer electronics companies at International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Plans of several companies related to the development of rechargeable batteries; Features of several technologies of batteries manufactured by consumer electronics companies; Features of batteries to be introduced by the company.

Focuses on the relationships between pressure drop and heat transfer coefficient for flow inside pipe and would permit the calculation of heat transfer coefficient from the knowledge of pressure drop. Types of flow; Calculation of pressure drop.

Focuses on the proliferation of digital formats in the audio, video, and computer blank media markets. Variety of mostly incompatible formats; Consumer confusion; Products that address the blank media needs of multiple applications that cross the boundaries among traditional categories.

Focuses on developments related to UNIX operating system. Competition with Microsoft's Windows NT; Potential increase in market share of UNIX servers; Comparison with AS/400 servers; Factors predicted to push drive server sales; Growth of Internet and World Wide Web technologies; Scalability offered by UNIX-based server vendors. INSETS: What users want.;Scalability is key..

The article discusses the treatments and medicine used for several diseases like steroids and tuberculosis meningitis, yellow fever, hertoghe sign and leprosy. Topics discussed include significant mortality and long term neurological complications in case of tuberculosis (TB) meningitis, effects of steroid treatment in TB meningitis, supplies of yellow fever vaccine by the World Health Organization (WHO), significance of fever in infections, diagnosis of lepromatous leprosy by skin biopsy.

The article discusses the legal criteria under which General Optical Council (GOC) is insisting that registrants must provide extra information to complete their renewal. It mentions that the correspondence with the GOC gives an extraordinary insight into an organisation that has apparently lost sight of its fundamental brief, and fails to understand that the vaunted laudability of a secondary, independent objective, does not give it precedence over a fundamental function.

Presents an excerpt from a Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments (CBSA) study entitled `Gearing Up For High-Tech Warfare?,' which discusses the strategic environment in the Asia-Pacific region in 1996. The uncertainty of the military situation across the Taiwan Strait; A shift in Chinese operational objectives; The improvement of Taiwan's early-warning, surveillance and reconnaissance, and other capabilities; Forecasting through 2006.

The article reports on the changes in the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) for chemical engineers. Changes include broadening its focus on various range of activities such as becoming a member of the Professional Formation Forum of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) and becoming engaged in the membership peer review process. It mentions the registrations to provide evidence of CPD.

The article offers news brief on medical-related topics as of May 1, 2016. Topics include the reduction in outcome risk of systolic pressure such as coronary artery disease, heart failure and stroke, the prevention of an overtreatment of malaria to avoid potential disaster of failure, and the role of arboviruses on the wide spread of chikungunya virus in Africa.