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Design scheme and operating principle of a centrifugal seed distributor of a pneumatic grain seeder
The disadvantages of existing distribution systems of pneumatic grain seeders are presented. A design scheme of a centrifugal seed distributor is proposed and the principle of its operation, the causes of uneven distribution, and the history of the development of grain seeders, in which the principle of central seed dosing is implemented, are described. The analysis of designs of pneumatic grain seeders is carried out, the types of their dosing and distribution systems are revealed.
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Subjectivity, Institutions and Language in Contemporary Israeli Film
In his article \"Subjectivity, Institutions and Language in Contemporary Israeli Film\" Ari Ofengenden analyzes the transnational characteristics of contemporary Israeli films (from 2000 until today). He claims that a new regime of globally networked production and distribution of Israeli film has articulated a specific kind of subjectivity presented in these films. In this article, he will concentrate on two characteristics of this subjectivity: the relations of protagonist with social institutions and use of language. Relations with social institutions starts with the highly prevalent representations of a sensitive and individualist protagonist who suffers under collective and coercive institutions like the army, religious courts, or the kibbutz. The fact that this individual does not really belong to his or her place is signaled by their multilingual use of language. Using western-European languages simultaneously present a certain kind of semi-European subjectivity. Global production, however, has meant the decline of subjectivities that would like to transform rather than strengthen existing institutions, as well as demise of the playful, expanding Hebrew of the 1970's.
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Unveiling trust as a mediator in distributor loyalty within South African multi-level marketing
BackgroundLimited research has been conducted in South Africa’s multi-level marketing (MLM) sector, particularly pertaining to distributor satisfaction and its influencing factors.AimThis study aims to determine the extent to which trust mediates the relationship between distributor satisfaction and loyalty within the MLM framework in South Africa.SettingThis study was conducted among distributors within the South African multi-level marketing environment.MethodThis study adopted a descriptive research design. A total of 376 distributors from health and wellness sectors, focused on MLM companies in South Africa. They were selected through non-probability convenience sampling. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was employed to validate the data’s reliability, while structural equation modelling (SEM) was utilised to examine both the direct and indirect effects postulated in the study.ResultsThe analysis revealed a notable indirect positive effect, linking distributor satisfaction to distributor loyalty, with trust acting as a mediating variable. Additionally, direct positive correlations were identified between distributor satisfaction and loyalty and between distributor trust and loyalty.ConclusionFor health and wellness MLM companies in South Africa, it is vital to enhance distributor loyalty and trust. This can be accomplished by increasing distributor satisfaction and refining the way they communicate business opportunities.ContributionMulti-level marketing can benefit from the findings of the research as this improves insight into the direct and indirect effects of distributor satisfaction on distributor loyalty and trust and provides empirical insights into the MLM industry.
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Study on the Setting Conditions of High Density and Small Spacing Compound Interchange in Stereo-Compound Expressway
Due to the limited land space and insufficient design space, the high-density and small-spacing compound interchange needs to adopt the collector-distributor lane without meeting the minimum design spacing. This paper combines the configuration of the interweave section, and the setting requirements of the lanes’ number are refined. Then, it is analyzed the characteristics of lane change behavior in the collector-distributor lane, and the length of interweave section in different design speeds and forms is calibrated. On the basis, the service level of the interweaving area under different traffic needs and different interweaving area lengths is obtained. Finally, VISSIM simulation software is used to verify the calculation results. The results show that when the steering traffic is large, it is not recommended to use the single-in-single-out A and single-in-single-out B design, and single-in-double-out B design should be selected according to actual needs.
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Hydrodynamic studies of CFBC boiler with three types of air distributor nozzles: experimental and CFD analysis
This paper presents the elaborated hydrodynamics studies of three types of air nozzles of CFBC boilers, types of air nozzles are bubble cap, arrow head and modified arrow head nozzles, and all these air nozzles are arranged in a 3 × 3 array and manufactured using FDM 3D print. The array of air nozzle is mounted onto the 200 × 200 × 2000-mm-transparent full-loop CFBC test rig. The different fluidization regimes for three types of air nozzles are studied. This research study is the sequel of the previous experiments where we had experimented different particle sizes, different bed heights and different velocities for a bubble cap nozzle, to avoid complication and number of experiments involving various velocities, bed heights, particle sizes and nozzles, and in this experiment we had kept bed height, particle size and velocity as fixed and nozzle geometry as variables. The bed height is kept as 200 mm from the distributor plate, particle size is taken as 200 μm and velocity as 1 m/s. The parameters considered for this include the velocity, pressure drop and the regimes of fluidization. The hydrodynamic study is conducted both experimentally and computationally; the results are then compared to find out the most optimal design of nozzle among the three. Based on experimental and computation results, the modified arrow head nozzle is a good hydrodynamic stable air nozzle to be used in the CFBC boiler, though its pressure drop is more.
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Modeling operation of sliding valve distribution in hydraulic percussion device with adjustable blow energy
The authors discuss the simulation model of a sliding valve distributor enabling adjustment of capabilities of hydraulic percussion devices. The paper presents the theoretical oscillograms of the valve characteristics and the plots of change in the valve mode versus the valve parameters.
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On the road to digital servitization – The (dis)continuous interplay between business model and digital technology
PurposeThe authors seek to understand the process of digital servitization as a shift of manufacturing companies from the provision of standard products and services to smart solutions. Specifically, the authors focus on changes in the business model (i.e. the value proposition, the value delivery system and the value capture mechanism) for digital servitization.Design/methodology/approachThe authors examine a Chinese air conditioner manufacturer, Gree, who became the global leader with their smart solutions. These solutions included performance-based contracts underpinned by artificial intelligence (AI)-powered air conditioners that automatically adjust to environmental changes and are capable of remote monitoring and servicing thanks to its Internet of things (IoT) technology.FindingsTo successfully offer smart solution value propositions, a manufacturer needs an ecosystem value delivery system composed of suppliers, distributors, partners and customers. Once the ecosystem relationships are well aligned, the manufacturer gains value with multiple value capture mechanisms (i.e. efficiency, accountability, shared customer value and novelty). To arrive at this point, a manufacturer has to pass through different stages that are characterized by both discontinuous and continuous interplay between business models and digital technologies. At the beginning of each stage, new value propositions and value delivery systems are first discontinuously created and then enabled with digital technology. As a result, new value capture mechanisms are activated. Meanwhile, the elements of the existing business model are continuously improved.Research limitations/implicationsBy combining process-perspective and business-model lenses, the authors offer nuanced insights into how digital servitization unfolds.Practical implicationsExecutives can obtain insights into the business model elements, they need to change over the course of digital servitization and how to manage the process.Originality/valueA longitudinal case study of a traditional manufacturer that has achieved stellar success through digital servitization business models development.
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Distributive Institutions
The crisis of distribution is one of the longest standing and most complicated issues facing human society. Imbued with social, political, historic, and cultural elements, it varies significantly across different countries as a result of all these factors. As an emerging economy which transferred from a planned to a market economy, China has experienced large distribution gaps since it implemented the Reform and Opening-up Policy in the early 1980s, requiring stronger economic law to mitigate and regulate the crisis of distribution.
In this second volume, the author analyzes crises of distribution from a theoretical perspective and proposes law and policy solutions. Believing that such crises are a collective result of systematic limitations, the author proposes a theoretical framework of “system–distribution–development” in order to resolve distribution problems and promote economic development. He argues that a crisis of distribution cannot be avoided without coordinated development of economic law and relevant constitutional, civil, and commercial law systems. In addition, it is necessary to differentiate the territories, industries, enterprises, and individuals that constitute such diverse systems.
The book should be of keen interest to researchers and students of law, economics, and political science.
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