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In the vast literature on work-life balance one question remains seriously under-elaborated: Why now? The paper opens by recognising that flexible working practices can be employee friendly or employer friendly, and that current employer friendly practices tend to constrain, rather than enable, possibilities for work-life balance. Part two introduces neoliberalism, interpreting it as a new class strategy: the iron fist of a renewed ruling class offensive is wrapped in the velvet glove of freedom, individualism, and (re-habilitated) discourses of flexible working practices. Part three introduces socio-linguistics to overcome an elision between work-life balance as a set of practices and as a set of discourses. We then see that discourses of flexibility have been un-coupled from discourses associated with employee unfriendly flexible working practices, and re-coupled with discourses associated with employee friendly working practices and, hence, with work-life balance. Data show that current flexible working practices are characterised as much by employee unfriendly working practices that tend to constrain work-life balance, as they are by employee friendly practices that tend to enable work-life balance. Shorn of its employee unfriendly connotations, the term 'flexibility' has been discursively 'rehabilitated' such that it no longer connotes any negativity. In conclusion one of New Labour's work-life balance policies (the right to request and the duty to consider flexible working practices) is analysed in an attempt to answer the initial question: 'Why work-life balance now?'

Abstract In North America, 80 percent of the jobs and 60 percent of the gross national product come from the performance of services rather than the production of products. Organizations that deliver high‐quality service increase or maintain market share and have a higher return on sales than do their competitors. Argues that service firms must reach out for the brass rings of strategic planning and marketing to meet the ever‐increasing competitive challenges of the 1990s and beyond the year 2000. The firms that do not or will not embrace the issues of internal marketing and incorporate those ingredients into their strategic marketing plan will see their market share and profit base erode. Internal promotion can create a positive and/or superior image of the firm and its products in the mind of the customer.

The study was designed to examine major weight-bearing characteristics of hemiplegic patients receiving physical therapy and to assess the usefulness of the Foot Print apparatus as an objective, clinical measurement tool of these characteristics. Measurements of the foot-ground pressure pattern of 23 patients were taken two times, three weeks apart. The results confirmed the clinical impression of lesser weight bearing by the patient on the affected leg, especially on the heel of that leg, compared with weight bearing on the contralateral leg. Consequently, stance stability was impaired. The difference between the foot-ground pressure of the two measurements indicated improvement in the stance characteristics of these patients after treatment. The Foot Print apparatus seems to be an objective measurement tool of assistance both to the patient and the physical therapist in execution of a treatment.

The search for a measurable link between HR practices and organizational performance is currently preoccupying HR professionals, consultants, government and academics. Empirical research on this human resource management-performance (HRM-P) link is, however, marred by a serious problem: it is under-theorized. While some (but by no means all) researchers on the HRM-P link are aware of the problem, none are prepared to face up to the scale of the implications. Without theory, research on the HRM-P link lacks explanatory power. The only ‘solution’ on offer (the assertion that theory will develop via more and/or better empirical work) has been less than successful: empirical research has multiplied with little or no theoretical development. Nor can it. The under-theorization and lack of explanatory power is rooted in the ‘scientific’ perspective that underpins empirical research. The paper draws upon critical realist philosophy to reveal exactly why the ‘scientific’ approach encourages under-theorization and lack of explanatory power and, furthermore, why the ‘solution’ on offer cannot solve the problem. The conclusion notes why the HR community should not avoid philosophical issues.

The aim of the current study was to investigate positional specific physical performance and external load responses to short term fixture congestion in English professional soccer. A total of 515 match observations were categorised as G1: the first game in a week with >4 days following a previous game, G2: the second game in a week played <4 days since G1, and G3: the third game in a week played with <4 days between each of the previous games. Global positioning system and accelerometer-based metrics were partitioned into fifteen-minute epochs. These data were then analysed using a linear mixed model to assess both the within and between game positional differences. Total, low-intensity (<4.0 m·s−1), medium-intensity (MID; 4.0–5.5 m·s−1), and sprint distance (>7.0 m·s−1) were significantly different across games. No between game positional differences were identified; however, within match position specific differences were observed for measures of MID and HID. No significant differences were evident for accelerometer derived metrics between games or across positions. The current data suggests that the use of fifteen minute within game epochs enables the detection of alterations in physical output during congested schedules. The observed within game positional differences has implications for player specific conditioning and squad rotation strategies.

Population cardiovascular health, or improving cardiovascular health among patients and the population at large, requires a redoubling of primordial and primary prevention efforts as declines in cardiovascular disease mortality have decelerated over the past decade. Great potential exists for healthcare systems-based approaches to aid in reversing these trends. A learning healthcare system, in which population cardiovascular health metrics are measured, evaluated, intervened on, and re-evaluated, can serve as a model for developing the evidence base for developing, deploying, and disseminating interventions. This scientific statement on optimizing population cardiovascular health summarizes the current evidence for such an approach; reviews contemporary sources for relevant performance and clinical metrics; highlights the role of implementation science strategies; and advocates for an interdisciplinary team approach to enhance the impact of this work.

&lt;div class="htmlview paragraph"&gt;Cavitation corrosion of cylinder liners in heavy duty engines can be one of the significant limits in engine operating time between overhauls. In both laboratory and engine dynamometer studies, engine coolants based on propylene glycol (PG) have performed better than similar formulations based on ethylene glycol with regard to cast iron cavitation corrosion. The performance of PG base coolant in all other aspects of coolant use was equivalent or superior to both industry standards and existing ethylene glycol (EG) products designed for use in heavy duty engines. Additionally, propylene glycol is cost competitive, readily available, and less toxic compared to ethylene glycol. A propylene glycol base engine coolant is described which assists the heavy duty user in solving many current problems related to cooling system servicing and engine life.&lt;/div&gt;

&lt;div class="htmlview paragraph"&gt;Engine tests were conducted to determine the effects of various full flow and by-pass lube oil filter combinations on diesel engine wear. The filter performance was determined by measuring the wear of piston rings, main and rod bearings in a Cummins NTC-335, after contaminating the lube system with a known amount of AC Fine Dust to accelerate wear.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div class="htmlview paragraph"&gt;The results of these tests prove:&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div class="htmlview paragraph"&gt; &lt;ol class="list nostyle"&gt; &lt;li class="list-item"&gt; &lt;span class="li-label"&gt;1.&lt;/span&gt; &lt;div class="htmlview paragraph"&gt;It is possible to dramatically reduce the size of the by-pass filter through the use of stacked discs filter technology.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="list-item"&gt; &lt;span class="li-label"&gt;2.&lt;/span&gt; &lt;div class="htmlview paragraph"&gt;No sacrifice of engine protection or filter life is necessary.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="list-item"&gt; &lt;span class="li-label"&gt;3.&lt;/span&gt; &lt;div class="htmlview paragraph"&gt;By-pass filters extend engine life through improved filtration and reduced wear providing the lowest total cost to the engine user.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ol&gt; &lt;/div&gt;

A three-year investigation was conducted to determine the cause of oil filter plugging in diesel engines. Laboratory, engine, and field tests showed that filter life does not correlate with filter media areas having highly dispersant oils. The oil holds several pounds of contaminant which is finely suspended until dump-out or agglomeration begins. Once agglomeration starts, it proceeds at a high rate, resulting in rapid filter plugging. Agglomeration or contaminant particle growth in oil depends on soot content, pH, level of oxidation products, presence of coolant or moisture, and oil additive chemistry. Filter analysis can be useful in solving field problems; in some cases, such analysis provides more information than oil analysis since the filter has stripped oil of problem evidence. Filters plug by six mechanisms (impaired dispersancy, excessive oil contamination, absorption/filtration of oxidation products, additive precipitation, gel formation, and wear debris). Water and coolant react with oil to precipitate additives, form gels or emulsions, and destroy oil dispersancy. Oils vary greatly in their water tolerance, and oil sump temperatures in winter during idle or stop-and-go service range from 120 to 170 degrees F. Blow-by condensate from a four-cycle diesel engine is extremely acidic, having pH values as low as 0.4. Small amounts of coolant in oil are difficult to detect with existing methods. Coolant evaporates, is removed by filters, forms gels with oil additives, and undergoes other reactions in the crankcase. Sodium level of filter paper ash is the most reliable means of detecting coolant leakage. Engine maintenance, not filter capacity, is the limiting factor on oil drain intervals. Filter plugging is a symptom of an engine or oil problem. Precipitated oil additive material imbedded in bearing overlay may cause overlay removal and make the bearing more susceptible to wear and corrosion. American Petroleum Institute classifications for diesel lubricants are inadequate because they have no provision for testing water tolerance nor the ability to measure wear and filter plugging with extended drains under winter operating conditions.

Gelification de silicates dans les systemes de refroidissement de moteurs diesel de grande puissance

This paper presents the methodologies developed in order to quality control and analyze the data acquired in hydrodynamic seakeeping experiments of physical models in waves. In such experiments, the data file consists of wave elevations and directions, loads, motions, velocities and accelerations of one or multiple bodies. Additionally, mooring, slamming, sea-fastening, fender and other vessel specific load data may be acquired, which requires special analysis technique. Data products of such experiments are primarily consist of the basic statistics of each of the acquired data channels selected segments. Various wave statistics are produced to estimate the significant and other percentile of peaks/troughs/heights of each relevant data signal. This is done for the wave segment using zero crossing analysis. The response amplitude operator analysis is done through spectral analysis. Weibull analysis is done to estimate the maximum and minimum of an occurrence in a projected time. Analysis routines are written to incorporate each of these analysis techniques to produce results both in tabular and graphical formats. Analysis technique for decay experiments in multiple directions of motion, which are integral parts of any sea-keeping experiments, is also presented. Examples of all such analysis are provided where appropriate.

&lt;div class="htmlview paragraph"&gt;Coolant filters have been used for over 30 years by heavy duty engine builders but little has been published in the technical literature documenting their performance. In heavy duty cooling systems a supplemental additive package is periodically added to the system (usually at the oil drain) to prevent the coolant from becoming corrosive and to stop the build-up of deposits which cut down on heat transfer. Not only is the coolant filter the most convenient and reliable method to deliver the supplemental additive to the cooling system, it removes debris from the coolant which can cause deposits and wear, aggrevate corrosion, and even plug heat exchangers. Additionally, the used coolant filter serves as a diagnostic trouble shooting tool. The results of extensive lab and field evaluations are reported documenting the benefits of coolant filtration.&lt;/div&gt;

BACKGROUND: Increased dog relocation can cause dissemination of pathogen and vector populations, and this is being recognised in countries across Northern Europe, including the UK. Data regarding the prevalence of exotic infections in dogs entering the UK would be beneficial to veterinarians to help assess pets entering the UK from abroad and to help calculate the risk of establishment of novel pathogens. This study reports the findings from a group of imported dogs that was seized as part of a Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA)-led animal welfare investigation and subsequently blood tested for exotic pathogens. METHODS: As part of the RSPCA investigation, 151 dogs were removed from the site. Blood tests were performed for Babesia canis, Ehrlichia canis, Hepatozoon canis and Leishmania infantum by PCR, Brucella canis by antibody serology and Dirofilaria immitis by blood antigen. In addition to pathogen screening, a serology titre for rabies was measured for each dog. A clinical examination was performed by a veterinary surgeon, and clinical signs were recorded. RESULTS: Overall, 24% (32/133) of the dogs tested positive for an infection with one or more exotic pathogens. Two dogs were positive for Br. canis antibodies and had no clinical signs indicative of infection. Leishmania was identified in 10.5% (14/133) of dogs, and all but two of these were implanted with microchips of Romanian origin. H. canis was identified in 9.6% (10/104) of dogs, all of whom had a Romanian microchip. D. immitis was identified in 4.1% (5/121) of dogs, B. canis in 2.3% (3/129) of dogs and E. canis in only 1.5% (2/131) of dogs tested. Only four dogs were found to have co-infections. No significant association was found between the pathogens detected and presenting clinical signs. LIMITATIONS: This was a group of rescued dogs that were tested for a range of pathogens. They were not randomly selected and as such do not represent the true prevalence of these pathogens in dogs imported into the UK. CONCLUSIONS: This study demonstrates a range of exotic pathogens entering the UK, including Br. canis, and demonstrates the importance of screening imported dogs. The emphasis on early recognition of exotic pathogens in imported dogs has relied on screening based on relevant clinical signs and the country of origin. While these factors are useful, this study demonstrated no significant association between presenting clinical signs and the pathogens carried.

Chapter 1. - Introduction to handling and stowage of cargoes, Cargo gear definitions, Derrick rigs: Union, Speed cranes, Hallen, Velle, Lifting gear, Testing of plant maintenance of lifting gear, Deck cranes, Heavy duty cranes, Advantages and dis-advantages derricks/cranes, Gantry cranes, Slinging arrangements, Pallatisation, Fork lift truck use Chapter 2.- Introduction to hatch work and heavy lift, Hatchwork definitions, Conventional design and hold structure, Hatchtop types and operations, Cargo decks, Heavy lift operations, Heavy duty derricks and cranes, Tandem loading, Stuelcken system, Floating cranes and sheer legs, Heavy lift ships, Project cargoes and heavy lift transports Chapter 3 - Introduction on cargo properties, Preparation of cargo spaces, Duties of the cargo officer, Stowage plans, Steel cargoes, Bagged cargoes, Bale goods, General cargoes, Cargo monitoring, Sweat and ventilation, Hatch features, Use of deep tanks, Side loading methods. Ballast management, stability and loadlines Chapter 4 - Introduction to bulk cargoes, Definitions and terminology for bulk products, Bulk carrier construction and design, Hold preparation, Grain cargoes, Procedures for loading, shifting boards, Coal, characteristics, categories and procedures, precautions, Iron and steel cargoes, Bulk examples, hazards and procedures, Stress monitors Chapter 5 - Introduction to tankers, Definitions and tanker terminology, Tanker design and requirements and construction, Pipeline systems, Measurement of liquid cargoes, Loading procedures, Cargoes in transit and being discharged, Ballasting and tank cleaning, Crude oil washing, Inert gas systems and operational requirements, Gas detection, Explosi-meters and oxygen analysers, Tanker cargoes, Chemical carriers, Chemical terminology, Design features, Operational features with bulk chemicals, Bulk liquefied gas carriage, Gas carrier profile, Operational features carrying gas, Deepwell cargo pumps Chapter 6- Introduction to specialist cargoes, Timber cargo, Types, Operational aspects, Refrigerated cargoes and the reefer vessel, Hold insulation, Refrigeration plant, Qualities of refrigerants, Frozen and chilled cargoes : meats, dairy products, fish, and fruit. Carriage of livestock Chapter 7- Introduction to Roll On - Roll Off operations, Ferries and pertinent features, Profile of the Ro-Ro, Access to vehicle decks, Bow visors, Stern ramps, Cargo doors, Vehicle decks, Ventilation and drainage systems, Cargo types, Vehicle specifics, Stowage and securing of cargoes, Ship stabilty and monitoring precautions, Linkspans, High speed craft, Car carriers, Unit load systems Chapter 8- Introduction to containers and containerisation, Terms and terminology of containers, Container markings, Container transports and their construction, Stowage plans, Container types and stowage, Lashings and securings for units, Methods of securing deck stacks, Container operations and documentation, Reefer units, Loadicator and plans, Terminal operations, Shipping procedures Chapter 9- Introduction to hazardous goods and deck cargoes, Terminology of hazardous cargoes and deck cargoes, The IMDG code use and reference, Classes of documentation for hazardous goods, Package requirements, Recommendations on deck cargoes, Hazards of specific cargoes Chapter 10- Introduction to stability, security and cargo documentation, The ISPS code and its implications, Definitions affecting ships and cargo security, Security operations and progress, Summary of cargo documentation, Stability calculation examples

Preface to the first edition, Preface to the fourth edition, Acknowledgements, About the author, Abbreviations, 1. The ship, 2. Anchor work (fundamentals), 3. Ropework, 4. Wirework and rigging, 5. Lifting gear, 6. Cargo and hatchwork, 7. Boatwork and life saving appliances, 8. Survival craft and practice, 9. Communications, 10. Watchkeeping duties, 11. Marine instruments monitoring and measurements, 12. Meteorology, 13. Preventing collisions at sea, 14. Emergencies, 15. Fire fighting, 16. Search and rescue operations, 17. Ship handling - equipment, 18. Ship handling - manoeuvring and mooring operations, 19. Tanker operations, 20. The application of marpol and the prevention of pollution, Appendix 1 - Marnier's self examiner, Appendix 2 - Officer of the watch certificate of competency, Appendix 3 - Chief officer (first mate) certificate of competency, Appendix 4 - Ship's master certificate of competency, Appendix 5 - Rule of the road, Index

The purpose of this review is to present a brief overview of literature published through 2016 on the Burrowing Owl (BUOW; Athene cunicularia) as an example of how the science of bibliometrics allows us to examine the literature on this species and to determine and display important trends, including gaps in that literature. We conducted various analyses on approximately 1681 BUOW articles to demonstrate the utility of bibliometrics. We also compare the effectiveness of a traditional bibliography versus online databases. The query of even several online databases does not guarantee identifying but a fraction of the total references. Even the most complete database searched for the term “Athene cunicularia” produced only 38% of those of the current World Owl Bibliography Update. Topical areas that seem absent or limited in the published literature include: the genetics of many subspecies of this owl; the population status and trend in intact ecosystems versus human-altered habitats; details on the demography of Burrowing Owls in Central and South America; migratory patterns and overwintering habitat conditions; the dispersal and movement of several metapopulations; successful mitigation strategies; the effectiveness of translocation; the effect of various artificial burrow designs on interior microclimate and owl reproductive success; and a more comprehensive approach to management. This is an ongoing project that will contribute to a larger update of the literature on the owls of the world.

This book covers every aspect of the dry docking of sea going vessels. It provides a guide to industry for the different dock types and docking procedures inclusive of material management, steelwork operations and dry dock legislation. Many thousands of people worldwide are engaged within the perimeter of the docking and shipboard maintenance industries to ensure that our ships remain in Class and are kept seaworthy. Docking a vessel successfully involves many skills and trades, requiring a teamwork operation between ships crews and the shoreside docking personnel. This book describes dock types alongside the various methods of docking, stability concerns, repair activities, steelwork management, legislation and survey detail, as well as shipyard safety requirements.  Includes a new chapter on steelwork and material management of the shipyard complex. Contains over a hundred photographs and illustrations, including a full colour plate section. Full coverage of dry dock operations, handling facilities, main ship building slips and shipyard repair activities.

&lt;div class="htmlview paragraph"&gt;Fluid cavitation corrosion can cause severe damage and problems in many practical applications. A collapsing bubble produces pressure and thermal shock waves, and microjets. These intense local forces will erode material in the proximity of the collapsing bubble. The intensity of the collapsing bubble is heavily dependent on the physical and thermodynamic properties of the cavitating fluid medium.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div class="htmlview paragraph"&gt;An experimental study of the effect of various physical and fluid thermodynamic properties of the fluid has been conducted utilizing an ultrasonic cavitation generator and a real time cavitation intensity measuring method that had been developed earlier by the author and described in &lt;span class="xref"&gt;reference [1]&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="xref"&gt;*&lt;/span&gt;. Tests have been conducted at room and elevated temperatures.&lt;/div&gt; &lt;div class="htmlview paragraph"&gt;A test matrix with fluids that have additives to modify certain physical characteristics of the fluid was established. The physical properties were either measured or calculated. These physical properties include surface tension, viscosity, speed of sound, vapor pressure, density, and compressibility. Thermodynamic effects and molecular weight are also considered. Cavitation potential of various typical engine coolants are assessed and correlated to their physical and thermodynamic properties. The results of this work can help in practical situations to minimize fluid cavitation in many application. One of these applications is coolant design for internal combustion engines to reduce liner/block pitting problems.&lt;/div&gt;

&lt;div class="htmlview paragraph"&gt;Fuel additives are used in diesel fuel for various reasons. For example, poor lubricity of some low sulfur and ultra low sulfur fuels necessitate the addition of lubricity additives to maintain acceptable protection of fuel system components. However, with today's high pressure fuel systems and lubricant oil recycling practices, some lubricant mixing with the fuel is unavoidable. As a result, an increase in fuel filter plugging was reported when lubricant components are present in the fuel. This paper shows filter plugging resulted from the interaction of basic lubricant additives with acidic fuel additives. Attempts to reduce the plugging by supplemental fuel additives were technically successful, but not economically feasible. The linkage between filter plugging and additive interactions is demonstrated in this paper. Part II of this series will explore the mechanisms of the additive interactions, and other causes for filter plugging.&lt;/div&gt;

ABSTRACT This article explores four questions: (1) What are common themes in meaning among the terms social science, engaged social science, leadership, and teaching? (2) What forces are driving the need to make progress teaching leadership as engaged social science? (3) What examples in the author's portfolio illustrate a search for such progress? (4) What lessons do we draw for a future scholarship of teaching? A conclusion from experience in three recent courses (congressional, naval, and private sector-virtual) is a hypothesis that leadership is an important integrative concept in the 21st century social and behavioral sciences, and that the need for leadership practices of a high order is increasing under conditions of hyperturbulent change. Such leadership can be facilitated through problem-based, student-centered learning ecologies that model requirements to deal with the complex demands of changing boundary conditions. These “courses as transition learning ecologies” will be key mechanisms for future diffusion and increase of knowledge. An implication is to question the impact of this reasoning on the status of the public administration field as a social science. We are at the very early stages of learning how to fulfill these requirements.