Abstract:There have been many research and development studies on the use of biodiesel fuels in compression ignition engines. In recent years, studies with ternary fuel blends formed with different additives to improve the performance characteristics of diesel/biodiesel fuel blends have gained importance. In this study, D80B20, D50B50, D30B50S20, and D30B50G20 fuel blends were formed by mixing biodiesel obtained from canola oil with pure diesel, solketal and butyl diglycol at different ratios. These fuel blends were tested in a compression ignition direct injection diesel engine at a constant engine speed of 3000 rpm and different engine load conditions and their engine performance, exhaust emission and combustion characteristics were investigated. In addition, the thermal and exergy efficiencies of these fuels were calculated as a result of thermodynamic analyses using the results obtained in experimental studies. Improvements in combustion performance (in-cylinder pressure, heat release rate, rate of pressure rise and cumulative heat release) and exhaust emissions (CO, HC and smoke) were observed with the addition of solketal and butyl diglycol to diesel-biodiesel binary fuel blends. Exhaust gas temperatures increased with the addition of solketal and butyl diglycol to the binary fuel blends. In the thermodynamic analysis, the lowest exergy destruction and total exergy losses were calculated for D30B50S20 fuel. Therefore, the highest thermal efficiency and exergy efficiency were realised in D30B50S20 fuel.
Abstract:In developing nations like Malaysia, where there is a huge potential market for online businesses, the adoption of mobile commerce, or m-commerce, is still in its infancy. If Malaysia fails to seize the potential presented by the adoption of m-commerce, it would be more susceptible to economic upheavals. Therefore, it is crucial to carry out research on the variables influencing the adoption of m-commerce in Malaysia. This article aims to investigate the relationship between government support for m-commerce adoption among Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the service industry and performance expectancy. This study used a quantitative methodology, and 396 SMEs in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor that had previously used m-commerce provided primary data via a self-administered questionnaire. PLS-SEM was used to evaluate the data, and the results showed that the suggested model, which is regarded as strong, explained 58.4% of the variation in the dependent variable. The outcome demonstrates that government support and performance expectations have a major positive impact on SMEs\' adoption of mobile commerce. The results of this study can help other scholars understand how SMEs in Malaysia are adopting m-commerce.
Abstract:Business failure is a very important subject that has been extensively studied by researchers from a wide range of disciplines; this work presents a theoretical reflection on the concept of failure, its explanatory approaches and its major direct and indirect repercussions. It presents two major contributions. Firstly, we look at the various studies that have investigated the reasons behind the onset of failure. Secondly, as regards the Moroccan context, this paper presents the impact of the default on Morocco, in particular: the regions most affected, banks, employment...
Abstract:This study aims to determine the existence or existence of pamali in the millennial generation, especially in sociology students of umhas fisip. In addition, this research focuses on the values that exist in pamali which affect how behavior or actions that exist in this pamali. This research was conducted through a qualitative approach (describing, summarizing various conditions, situations, or phenomena of social reality. Determination of informants in this study followed a purposive procedure. The research informants are millennials who are in the age range of 22 to 35 years old and are grouped into two ethnicities, namely, Bugis and Makassar. Researchers collected data by making observations first, after that conducting interviews with informants, after that taking some documentation in the field. This research is qualitative research, for data analysis is carried out when first going to the research location after all the data obtained from the field is collected, then data processing is carried out by reducing data (Data Reduction). This millennial generation continues to carry out and implement recommendations related to the prohibitions or taboos contained in pamali. They believe that the teachings that have existed since the time of their ancestors must still be obeyed today. Because in the pamali culture there is an implicit meaning that contains principles governing social life. This millennial generation considers pamali to function as social control for someone in saying, acting or doing an activity.
Abstract:These increasingly sophisticated developments make employees or the public follow the lifestyle of this modern era, which of course makes technology more sophisticated and more accessible for all the needs we have. One of them is to facilitate needs; The Shopee application is the choice of government employees to meet fashion needs and have the desired fashion lifestyle. The influence of lifestyle is very influential in the choice of fashion which has an impact on the use of the Shopee application. The purpose of this study was to find out what lifestyle influences on government employees at the Gowa Regent\'s Office. This type of research is qualitative; the researcher used the Purposive Sampling Technique, which is a strategy if someone wants to be able to understand certain selected cases without generalizing to all cases. This research is divided into two categories of data sources: primary data and secondary data. Data collection techniques used in this study were observational interviews and documentation. The data management technique is carried out through four stages, namely data reduction, data presentation, and technical analysis of the intensity of using the Shopee application among civil servants in terms of lifestyle in using the Shopee application, which draws conclusions. The results of this study indicate that the intensity of using the Shopee application is influenced by work environment factors, the desire to be recognized and cared for at work, and product offerings that are almost the same as well-known products. at affordable prices. The implementation of this research is expected to provide an overview of the intensity of using the Shopee application to support the lifestyle of government employees so that they are not reckless or follow trends that are not useful or only to be recognized at work and are smarter in choosing jobs. lifestyle according to finances.
Abstract:This research aims at three main stages, namely Hajj Registration, Hajj Coaching, and Hajj Departure. The registration phase includes interaction between the community and officers, highlighting the importance of direct communication to influence community quality and satisfaction. Although integrated services have been implemented with the Integrated Hajj Computerized System, some files still have to be prepared manually. This research was conducted in Wajo Regency, South Sulawesi Province, located at the Office of the Ministry of Religious Affairs of Wajo Regency which focuses on the Integrated Hajj and Umrah Service Center. This study uses qualitative research with the type of description research using data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation at the Integrated Hajj and Umrah Service Center. The results showed that the Hajj information services provided by the Integrated Hajj and Umrah Service Center were very good. Employees there provide satisfaction and comfort to prospective pilgrims\' waiting lists or the public who have questions or concerns regarding pilgrim registration or procedures. Hajj services meet passionate, progressive, proactive, and positive indicators. Interpersonal communication used by PLHUT superiors and employees to the community is also proven to be good by using openness, empathy, positive attitude, supportive attitude, and equality
Abstract:The public\'s response to the news is critical because it can provide an idea of how it is received, understood, and interpreted by the people who read it in a community. In this case, this research discusses the response of Kendari city audiences to the Ferdi Sambo case, which can influence public perceptions of a topic or issue discussed in the news and influence people\'s opinions and actions. If a piece of news gets a positive response from the public, the news tends to be shared more and goes viral. On the other hand, if the news gets a negative response, it can have the impact of spreading the news slowly or even being ignored. This research uses descriptive quantitative research methods using questionnaires to obtain information. This research shows that the people of Kendari City understand the content of the news about Ferdi Sambo and agree with the news and the results of the trial decision compared to those who disagree.
Abstract:This research aims to analyze women\'s political participation in facing the 2024 simultaneous \nelections in Makassar City and wants to know the role of women in making choices during the \npost-simultaneous elections faced in this stage of the process. The data sources used are \nprimary data sources and secondary sources using a qualitative approach, and data collection \ntechniques through interviews and literature studies. The results of this research show that \nwomen\'s political participation ahead of the 2024 simultaneous elections has given rise to \nvarious behavior among women voters, their behavioris The emergence of a typology includes, \n(a) A place to get a job, such as becoming a successful team and joining the organizing \ncommittee ad hoc PPK, PPS and KPPS elections, (b) A place to gain benefits from the success \nteam who came directly or through intermediaries, community leaders giving gifts in the form \nof basic necessities, cash and clothes (c) A place for friendship as a form of social interaction \nbuilt by women voters, leaders the community, prospective candidates and neighbors at large\ncan gather and interact to strengthen social relations in the context of the simultaneous election \nprocess. but more emphasis is obtained, (d) voters have not yet made a choice considering that \nthe election has not yet taken place. The results of this research also show that voter behavior \nin the 2024 election has not changed much as it did in the 2019 election in Tallo sub-district. \nIn short, women\'s political participation in holding the 2024 elections presents major \nchallenges but also offers opportunities to increase women\'s presence in the political system. \nThrough the joint efforts of society, political parties, and government, an inclusive environment \ncan be created that supports women\'s broader and sustainable political participation.
Abstract:This research is oriented towards uncovering how gender issues are implemented in the implementation of community empowerment programs. Gender mainstreaming became an emerging discourse, and was adopted as an approach to the implementation of the National Program for Community Empowerment (PNPM) Mandiri Urban. This research was conducted to find out; 1) the Gender mainstreaming strategy in the implementation of the National Community Empowerment Program (PNPM) Mandiri Urban in Takkalasi Village, 2) Factors that support the gender mainstreaming agenda in the implementation of the National Community Empowerment Program (PNPM) Mandiri Urban in Takkalasi Village This research was conducted using a qualitative descriptive method. Data collection methods were carried out using observation, interviews, and documentation methods. The informants in the study were 5 representative figures, namely the facilitator, village head, members of the Community Self-Help Organization, Head of the Women\'s Empowerment Service, and elected residents.\nThe results of the research show that the strategies for gender mainstreaming in the implementation of the National Program for Community Empowerment (PNPM) Mandiri Urban at the community level are; a) Building gender awareness, b) Organizing community training, c) Guaranteeing access and space for participation, d) Women\'s economic empowerment, and e) Building a culture of women\'s leadership. The supporting factors for the actualization of gender mainstreaming in the implementation of the National Community Empowerment Program (PNPM) Mandiri Urban in Takkalasi Village are; a) Policies, b) Program instruments, c) Deep-rooted and widespread socialization, and d) Shifts in society\'s socio-cultural norms\nThe implications of this research include; a) Gender mainstreaming must be consistently institutionalized through social engineering supported by policies and the creation of conditions that guarantee gender equality and justice, free from discriminatory behavior and male determination towards women. b) Society\'s adaptive attitude towards egalitarian behavior based on human values and the principle of equality between men and women, must always be maintained and preserved to make gender mainstreaming a reality as a paradigm of social justice.
Abstract:This study aims to analyze the form of Social Integration after the village head election. This research uses a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach. Data collection techniques by means of in-depth interviews. Determination of informants using purposive sampling technique, and data sources through primary and secondary data, and data analysis techniques used are qualitative analysis, namely data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results showed that social conflict actually consolidated the various clans in Tawa Village so that social integration was maintained and does not lead to communal violence such as vandalism, murder, assault, arson, hostage-taking and various other forms of violent acts committed by a group of people at a certain time.. Although there is also polarization in the Tawa Village community between the calvari, eden, and getsamani sectors, social cohesion is increasing. This is to there is because, first, a common enemy, namely the incumbent who is considered unfair in issuing policies in the village and second, because of the beatings, insults against one of the contestants who won the village head election who is the Loleo clan so that the Loleo clan is reintegrated. This is different before the election, some clans in the village were actually tenuous but after the election the relationship got better. In addition, the social conflict in Tawa Village was peaceful due to the presence of a safety valve, namely the village head as a community leader who played a role in preventing the escalation of violence.